I didn't intend to work on this today. I guess I was feeling brave and thought I would just try. I drew the scrolly pattern on my queen. I thought if I mess this up I can rip it out or cut it off.
Then I went looking for gold thread. I found two that I think would do so I decided to try the most sparkly one which is called gold wire.
Now, which stitch to do? Plaited braid or chain? I started with chain stitch but wasn't sure it would fill up the space drawn for it. I need to add black on either side and then see what it looks like.
On the other side I tried the plaited braid but I had to teach myself how to do it again since it has been almost two years since I figured it out at a Jacqui Carey class. Luckily I have her book to go by.
The plaited braid looks a little messy. Is it too wide? The jury is still out.
I've got to think about this for a while.
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Oh, both of the gold stitches are so pretty! Such a rich look, befitting a queen!
ReplyDeleteI think either would look good.
ReplyDeleteMarilyn
A: I like them both, this is going to be an amazing design when you are finished.
ReplyDeleteCatherine