Today's stitch is from a dress, hence the very clever blog title name. Honestly, it's a universal stitch that finds its roots in the Star Octagon.
Typically, when I have open spaces with differing shapes, I fill only one. In this case, we have a 2X2 square and a 2X2 diamond and both are filled with an upright cross. If left to my own devices, I would have filled just the 2X2 square. Yet, despite my love of open work, I acknowledge there are times full coverage will only do. And this dress needed full coverage.
The stitched sample uses Vineyard Silk and Shimmer Ribbon on 18-mesh.
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As I mentioned earlier, this is a great universal stitch. I can see it on a basket with Sea Grass or Silken Straw (to be really fun) and almost any piece of clothing. It could be a wonderful wall or tabletop.
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I hope you have the perfect spot for this stitch! Enjoy!