I forgot to post this to my blog. Ooops.
A new stitch to me again this week. Heeding Debra's advice to use a heavier thread, I thought I would try this stitch with a colourful yarn I had on hand.
I thought the colours would show the movement of the stitch and look pretty.
Hmmm. Not so much.
Some were loose and messy, so I tried a few more.
Well, no wow factor for me
I decided to try it in a perle thread instead
I think it looked neater in the green perle.
a closer look shows the shape a bit better
Even trying a few other stitches didn't help
I think if I was wanting a dimensional stitch, I would prefer to use a cast-on stitch to the oyster
It's not a stitch I plan to use again as it lacks any appeal for me
I think I can sum it up in one word:- meh
I hope next week has a more challenging and interesting stitch.
Thanks.
Hugs from Suz
A new stitch to me again this week. Heeding Debra's advice to use a heavier thread, I thought I would try this stitch with a colourful yarn I had on hand.
Hmmm. Not so much.
Some were loose and messy, so I tried a few more.
I decided to try it in a perle thread instead
a closer look shows the shape a bit better
I think if I was wanting a dimensional stitch, I would prefer to use a cast-on stitch to the oyster
It's not a stitch I plan to use again as it lacks any appeal for me
I think I can sum it up in one word:- meh
I hope next week has a more challenging and interesting stitch.
Thanks.
Hugs from Suz
I t5hink the green thread makes for a finer stitch.I quite like it.It would look good in a garden piece where you want lots of variety.
ReplyDeleteI've just been catching up on your recent posts. You're so real, and so funny. I like that. God bless you, and thanks for the giggles :)
ReplyDeleteSome stitches don't move me either and I don't plan on using them again. Glad I'm not the only one who feels this way. If the stitches don't 'flow' with some sort of joy from me through needle and thread, then they are not for me.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week ~ FlowerLady
I agree, Judy, that the stitch looks better in the green perle, but I'm afraid it just doesn't 'do it' for me. But, that's maybe just me. Thanks for commenting.
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Thank you, Starr. It took me many years to learn just to be myself, and I'm happy if I can make you giggle now and then. Laughter is so good for the soul.
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Hi FlowerLady. I agree about the stitches. That's one good thing about TAST: it helps me to separate 'the wheat from the chaff' of stitches before I ugly up a piece of work! To me, stitching is a meditative work where I hope to create something beautiful, and struggling to make a certain stitch I don't like has no appeal. Nice to know I'm not alone in this. ;-D
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You are not alone there Suz,I also don't like some stitches and sometimes there is no reason why it didn't appeal to me :) The green oyster looks better than the other one.
ReplyDeletelol - meh... well, if you don't like it, you don't like it!
ReplyDeleteI do like the texture of it but have never tried it. I agree the ones in green look less "messy" but I have to say my word would be "nice".
You are learning a variety of stitches, which by the time you finish you will have a wealth of knowledge, these stitches are looking great well done
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Good to know, Anita. Thanks!
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Thanks, Jillayne, for the feedback.
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You're right, Margaret. I have to work through the stitches to find the ones that I like, and the ones I do not. I'm still learning, which is the whole point of the challenge. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteoh I love it!! It's so pretty but maybe it's because you always use such appealing colours.
ReplyDeleteI have not heard of this Oyster stitch. This is a good learning process to try new stitches and then use the ones you prefer. It doesn't give me the WOW factor either. Looks like a lot of work. Happy Stitching Dear...
ReplyDeleteDear Suz, I have none so ever embroidery experience, so I can`t see the -meh
ReplyDeleteI think it looks wonderful, and love the colours and fall comes to my mind ,which I love.
Hugs ,Dorthe
I'm glad you like it. Thanks Karen!
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This stitch was new to me, too, Sherry. I'm learning , though, so it's a good thing.
ReplyDeleteHope your deck is all finished and you have some time to play in your studio.
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I can see the fall colours, too, Dorthe, and I do like them. I'm actually using some of this yarn to knit a dress for my granddaughter to wear this autumn! Hugs
ReplyDeleteI love your oyster stitches, Suz and I think you did really well. The little green ones are perfect for tiny leaves.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dianne. I used a few to add leaves to the stem of one of the yarn 'flowers'. It did work well. Happy stitching.
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It isn't my favorite stitch either. I have used it some time ago and found it a bit vague.
ReplyDeleteI really don't like to disagree with you, but I do like the multi-coloured stitches you've done. I actually like it in the thicker thread because it shows the stitch definition better.
ReplyDeleteHey, Magpie, you can disagree with me any time you like. Different ideas, likes, and experiences are what makes the world so interesting, I think. Thanks.
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I'm with you, Marjolein. I guess we each have our favourites, and not so favourite stitches. Thanks.
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Suz- these little stitches are lovely! I love them in both the colored and green versions. It takes incredible patience to make these little stitches-- you are amazing !
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How nice to see you, Vicki, and thank you for the nice comments! Hope your garden is still blooming.
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Lovely oyster stitches! I'm a bit behind and am still on the Algerian Eye Stitch.
ReplyDeleteThanks JPP. I really like the AE stitch! Have fun with it.
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