I use stem stitch a lot but I am never sure when what I call stem stitch is actually outline stitch. If you are as confused as I am about the difference between the two stitches, you'll want to bookmark this terrific article by Kathy Andrews that clearly explains the different between the two stitches and also talks about S and Z twist threads. Thanks, Kathy! This is great!
http://www.theunbrokenthread.com/blog/2013/06/30/stem-outline-s-and-z-whew/
UPDATE: By coincidence Sandy Arthur also explains the difference in these two stitches for the July 2013 preview of Needlepoint Now magazine.
http://www.needlepointnow.com/wordpresstest/wp-content/uploads/NN_NWSLTR-0713.pdf
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Sunday, July 14, 2013
Frances' Camden Rug
Today I have a gorgeous rug to show you from Frances Peterson, who is known for for miniature rug and pillow designs. It is called the Camden Rug. I think it is magnificent.
http://petersonpetitpoint.com/index.php?main_page=document_product_info&cPath=3&products_id=66
Frances works on 40 and 48 count silk gauze. Beautiful work!
Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.
http://petersonpetitpoint.com/index.php?main_page=document_product_info&cPath=3&products_id=66
Frances works on 40 and 48 count silk gauze. Beautiful work!
Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.