Sunday Stitches — Saturday at the shop

Whether you're working on project that resembles a winter wonderland or you want to add a whimsy yet simple flair, the starry night stitch is a perfect background stitch! This stitch works particularly well for a sky but can also be used if you have a blank background that is begging for some extra dazzle! Perfect opportunity to combine a silk or wool thread with sparkly ribbon (pepper pot and silk lame anyone?!) Heidi's Tip: Use this stitch on a stocking! It's open but still has room for sparkle to give a simple but timeless touch, a perfect addition to...

Inspired by the classic scotch stitch, meet the foxy boxy stitch! It's sassy yet sweet, this medium coverage stitch is a great way to elevate any background. Use a variety of colors to help bring your canvas to life! The foxy boxy stitch is perfect for adding subtle dimension and play with color families on your project!  Heidi's Tip: Look at the undertones in your canvas to guide your accents colors such as the optional smyrna cross stitch in the center of the boxes! See the stitch in action on Instagram!

The diagonal ladder stitch is a jack of all trades! This stitch could work for a background or even smaller areas that need just a tiny bit of detailIt also can be left open, without the tent stitch in between the vertical "ladder"-like stitches or you can fill it in with a sparkly thread for some added detail. If you are choosing to add the tent stitch you can do either a similar color thread to the vertical stitches or choose a contrasting color!  Heidi's Tip: use an over-dyed thread such as over-dyed kreinik, threadworx, or even dinky dyes for the...

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!