Stitching on Patterned Paper

Use a repeating pattern as a guide for hand stitched paper.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Determine where stitches will be on the patterned paper. Center and cut paper accordingly.

   

2. Step 2

   Place paper on piercing mat. Pierce holes at regular intervals using the pattern on the paper as a guide.

   

3. Step 3

   Thread needle. Starting on the back come up through a hole leaving a tail of thread.
   
   

   

4. Step 4

   Stitch up and down across the length of the paper.

   

5. Step 5

   Repeat stitching in the opposite direction filling in the gaps.

   

6. Step 6

   Secure thread ends on the back with tape and trim close to the tape.

   

7. Step 7

   Use the embroidered papers to complete a card or other project.

   

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Video!

Variations

1. Argyle Variation:
   Pierce holes on X's. Stitch with up and down stitches across the paper. Secure with tape on back. Weave a second piece of thread through the stitches to form wave.
   

   

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Stitching on Patterned Paper. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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