Last week was Halloween so, of course, this week is Thanksgiving, right?
Today's stitch comes from an apron on a vintage Melissa Shirley Thanksgiving stand-up. It's a wonderful balance of open, interesting, and sweet.
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I recommend adding the gray lines first. Fill the smaller diamond with a single Upright Cross, followed by four Upright Crosses in the larger diamond. The stitched sample uses DMC Perle Cotton #8 with Shimmer Ribbon as the accent thread (on 18-mesh).
I love the mix of thread finishes in the stitched sample. The single hue makes for a classic look. Along these lines, I see this stitch (and single hue combo) as perfect for a shirt, field of grass or dirt, tablecloth, clouds, maybe even water. It strikes the right balance between open and full coverage stitches, allowing the shading to play a role in your final stitched piece.
Mixing colors and finishes would make this a great stitch for more dramatic clothing such as a coat or dress. I imagine the gray lines with a rich red velvet, the group of four Upright Crosses in a deep red metallic, and the single Upright Cross in a gold or silver metallic. Try it for a roof or basket with Rainbow Linen for the diagonal lines, Straw Silk for the single Upright Cross, and an overdyed Perle Cotton for the group of four Upright Crosses. Just a few thought-starters for you!
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I hope you have the perfect spot for this stitch! Enjoy!