Sunday Stitches — background stitch

This full coverage stitch is perfect for snowy-themed canvases! This stitch is perfect for adding color, coverage, and texture to any chilly-themed project! Heidi's tip- don't be afraid to use a sparkly thread (like Silk Lame or Kreinik) for glamor and texture when doing the smyrna crosses! Or use a ribbon such as Neon Rays to ensure that those crosses lay flat. Pairs great with a variegated thread such as Watercolors or Dinky Dyes for those up and down stitches!   See Heidi use this stitch in action on instagram!

Jazz up you're every-day cashmere stitch with this woven variation! This stitch provides a full-coverage gingham appearance, perfect for larger areas and backgrounds! Thread options are endless with this combo! Perfect for some contrasting colors or if you want to keep to the same color family!   See this stitch in action on Instagram!

The corner box stitch is perfect to add dimension and coverage to your canvas! It's a fun full coverage stitch that is optimal for large areas. This stitch works best when using 2-3 different threads. Add some flair by combining thread types and color families! See this stitch in action on Instagram!  

This open stitch adds the perfect amount of detail to your canvas! Start by making a typical cross and add some jazz with a cross stitch on top. Although shown in contrasting colors here, this stitch can also be done with the same thread, adding dimension. The Holy Cross stitch can also be manipulated to be shorter, longer, or stitched closer together, giving you a variety of options depending on your canvas.   See Heidi stitch the Holy Cross Stitch in action on instagram!

Jazz up you're every day scotch stitch with this textured variation (thank you Heidi!!). This stitch is great when wanting to add some additional texture and flair to your project! This stitch looks best when working with either two or three contrasting threads.Perfect for backgrounds and larger areas.  See this stitch in action on instagram!