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Did you know that you can interchange needlepoint and cross-stitch patterns? For instance, this needlepoint tapestry (from an out-of-print book by Stephanie Hedgepath) I did a few years back is actually from a pattern for cross-stitch:
As long as there aren’t a lot of half or quarter stitches (which you can’t do in needlepoint) you’re good to go!
Now there can be one little snag… most cross-stitch patterns call for DMC thread – but that won’t always work for needlepoint.
You’ve got two options at this point… #1 at this point is what I used in the horse tapestry. I used two strands of DMC floss – and it looks luscious, the floss is silky and gives the tapestry and deep glow. #2 is to select the DMC colors and then match them to the wool or other yarn you would use otherwise.
So next time you find a pattern you love in a technique you don’t do, try it and see how it works – you could be surprised :-)
image: C Findlay-Harder
1359 days ago
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1360 days ago
[...] Make your needlework patterns go further Did you know that lots of cross-stitch and needlepoint patterns are interchangable? [...]
1361 days ago
[...] Make your needlework patterns go further Did you know that lots of cross-stitch and needlepoint patterns are interchangable? [...]
1362 days ago
[...] Make your needlework patterns go further Did you know that lots of cross-stitch and needlepoint patterns are interchangable? [...]
Noreen, the horse is lovely. The colors and shading are so rich. beautiful work!
1362 days ago
[...] You Can Use Cross-stitch Patterns for Needlepoint? from Tangled Thread. [...]
Great tip! I’ve just posted a link to your blog so my readers can enjoy your advice, too. Thank you so much for making this resource available.
Denise
http://needlework.craftgossip.com
1365 days ago
[...] Chloe Findlay-Harder of Tangled Thread blog has posted a tidbit that newbies will love and oldbies will be glad to be reminded of: Many cross-stitch patterns can be used for needlepoint! Chloe gives cautions and suggestions in her blog post. [...]