Types of embroidery with floss threads

Thread embroidery, as a form of craftsmanship, has been used since ancient times. It first originated in Ancient China. To this day, this image of needlework is considered one of the most common.

In what ways can you embroider?

There are many techniques for this creativity. The most commonly used among modern craftswomen is embroidery with non-fading colored floss threads.

This thread has a composition of six fibers, which, in turn, are also divided into two. There are cotton or staple. They differ from each other in the presence of shine. There is more of it in the staple, but it is less durable than cotton. The selection of the necessary colors and sizes for the work is done using a special card. It presents the entire range of colors, names and thread numbers.

The creation technique can be either manual or machine. Handmade is most valued as a form of decorative and applied art. It adds a unique effect and has the ability to decorate any interior.Nowadays the most popular types are considered to be cross stitch and satin stitch. Let's talk about each of them in more detail.

Surface

It is characterized by a smooth transition of the color palette and texture of the image. The essence of the method is stitches located close to each other. The technique uses all kinds of seams and stitches. There are several subtypes of this method: white satin, Chinese, artistic, satin, Russian, flat, with flooring.

For the final outlining, the product is decorated with a longstitch seam. The difference between these methods is achieved by the special method of its application and the material used in the work. To add emphasis and realism to the image, you can use several techniques simultaneously in one picture. Looks beautiful in portraits, landscapes, and still lifes.

It can be one-sided, two-sided, straight and oblique. Creativity will add originality to tablecloths, bed linen, towels, and clothes. Done using:

• cotton or silk fabrics;
• thimble;
• threads;
• needles;
• wooden frame, stretcher or round hoop.

Cross

This type of embroidery also includes several types of stitches. This is a full cross, half cross, quarter cross, three quarters, double cross. And another word that is unusual for our ears – backstitch. It is sewn in the usual way with a “back needle” seam to create the outline of the embroidery details.. To make any masterpiece, no special skills of a needlewoman are required.

When planning a product, it is necessary to make it only on a cotton basis. Buy linen, cotton, and burlap for such cases.

In cross-stitch paintings the following are used:

• canvas, lined with cells or with a finished image;
• threads;
• carbon paper or tissue paper if there is no diagram or drawing;
• pencil;
• needle;
• thimble;
• frame or hoop.

This kind of product can be made either with a counted cross, that is, on a clean canvas, or on a base with a printed pattern. The second method is very convenient for beginner craftswomen. Sometimes ready-made kits are sold complete with canvas, pattern, needles and threads, ideally matched in texture and color.

Both of these options are classics of needlework. In addition, they performed on any type of fabric, leather, felt. Creating interesting embroideries on wardrobe items will make its owner stand out from the crowd and add zest to any look.

It is considered especially chic when one or both types are used in different techniques. Embroidery can be combined with other materials, for example, beads. Any masterpiece made by oneself is valued more highly than one produced in a factory. And the process of skillful embroidery itself gives true pleasure to the needlewoman and satisfaction with the final result.