How to Pick A Background Stitch Online Technique Class Part 2
Skill Level

Skill Level
Level 1
Learning the foundation stitches, Tent, Continental and Basketweave Stitch. Learning the appropriate way to start and end threads. Chooses clearly defined designs with plenty of background and no shading. Likes to work large areas of one stitch that requires no compensation. Comfortable with using floss, pearl cotton, merino wool and/or tapestry wool.
Level 2
Expanding on foundation stitches and learning Alternating Continental, T-Stitch, Brick Stitch and its variations. Learning to read stitch diagrams that also include verbiage. Starting to learn how to compensate a stitch that cannot be completed within a defined area. Working with a mixture of single strand and pliable threads on one project to add depth and dimension. Adding stitches that build off of Tent such as Mosaic, Scotch and Cashmere.
Level 3
Learning more complicated stitches such as Rhodes, Byzantine, and Herringbone. Also adding composite stitches into repertoire such as Criss-Cross Hungarian. Reads stitch diagrams with or without numbers and verbiage. Understands compensation. Adding textured threads including man-made fibers intended for metallic, sparkly, and fluffy effects to projects and can work through shading effectively. Uses a stitch guide for projects and sticks to it. Comfortable plying and or blending threads.
Level 4
Enjoys a good stitch guide but is willing to dismiss parts in order to incorporate personal artistic interpretation. Has a library of "go to" stitches and can work through all variations of Turkey Work, Jessica Stitch, Crescent Stitch and Openwork Background stitches. Comfortable compensating in complex design areas. Ok with random stitches such as long and short stitches. Views a stitch guide as just a guide and is comfortable using stitches other than what is recommended.
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*Colors of thread included in kit will vary*
Do you love using decorative stitches but you're unsure how to pick your own stitches without a stitch guide?
Our “How to Pick A Background Stitch Class Part 2” will help you do just that. You will learn to master 15 different background stitches. We will also teach you the theory behind how to select stitches, and what stitches work where.
Selecting the right background stitch will bring your canvases to life. Never again be intimidated by blank space on your canvas. Kit includes access to online video instructions, stitch guide, blank canvas, needle and thread pack to practice these stitches over and over again.
Come stitch with us and share our expertise and enthusiasm for needlepoint, and become a better stitcher. At Needlepoint.Com, we're with you every stitch of the way!
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- Brand:Needlepoint.Com
- SKU:NP-How-to-Background-Kit-Part-2
- Skill Level:Level 2
- Product Type:Online Class
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We are happy to accept returns on: canvases, kits, accessories and threads. We are unable to accept returns on books, stitch guides/charts and special-order items. If you choose add-on threads for your canvas, we will accept the entire thread pack. Please request a return within 10 days of receiving your order. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in its original packaging, and any online class videos must be un-viewed.
Description
*Colors of thread included in kit will vary*
Do you love using decorative stitches but you're unsure how to pick your own stitches without a stitch guide?
Our “How to Pick A Background Stitch Class Part 2” will help you do just that. You will learn to master 15 different background stitches. We will also teach you the theory behind how to select stitches, and what stitches work where.
Selecting the right background stitch will bring your canvases to life. Never again be intimidated by blank space on your canvas. Kit includes access to online video instructions, stitch guide, blank canvas, needle and thread pack to practice these stitches over and over again.
Come stitch with us and share our expertise and enthusiasm for needlepoint, and become a better stitcher. At Needlepoint.Com, we're with you every stitch of the way!
Product details
Product Details
- Brand:Needlepoint.Com
- SKU:NP-How-to-Background-Kit-Part-2
- Skill Level:Level 2
- Product Type:Online Class
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We offer shipping via USPS or UPS. Shipping will be calculated when you check out, and before you confirm your order, so you can view the shipping options. Free US shipping is available for orders that total $75 or more.
Returns
We are happy to accept returns on: canvases, kits, accessories and threads. We are unable to accept returns on books, stitch guides/charts and special-order items. If you choose add-on threads for your canvas, we will accept the entire thread pack. Please request a return within 10 days of receiving your order. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in its original packaging, and any online class videos must be un-viewed.
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It’s self paced easy to follow and great info!
I’m looking forward to the new stitches. Many of them I will be able to use. Having the videos will be great help.
I have oftentimes struggled with picking the right stitch for my background on canvases. After taking this easy and informative technique class I now have more confidence in my background choices. Highly recommend. Worth the price.
The video was very helpful and the hard copy with the directions were also helpful.
Great array of stitches.
Began needlepointing again after 40 plus years and discovered I needed "option refreshing". Basketweave was my go-to background stitch but I haven't used it since I discovered this class! Creative and easy product. Love it.
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*Colors of thread included in kit will vary*
Do you love using decorative stitches but you're unsure how to pick your own stitches without a stitch guide?
Our “How to Pick A Background Stitch Class Part 2” will help you do just that. You will learn to master 15 different background stitches. We will also teach you the theory behind how to select stitches, and what stitches work where.
Selecting the right background stitch will bring your canvases to life. Never again be intimidated by blank space on your canvas. Kit includes access to online video instructions, stitch guide, blank canvas, needle and thread pack to practice these stitches over and over again.
Come stitch with us and share our expertise and enthusiasm for needlepoint, and become a better stitcher. At Needlepoint.Com, we're with you every stitch of the way!
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