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Sun, Sea, Sand, and ... Stitching!
By: John Wigham

Going away on holiday can be a great opportunity to indulge yourself in your favourite pastime... cross stitching, of course! There's the prospect of lots of time to spend on what you want to do, without those guilty feelings that arise when you're stitching at home -- when you know that the garden needs weeding, or that the kitchen
WOVEN CROSS STITCH
The Woven Cross Stitch derives its name from the way in which the stitch is worked.
 
The cross stitches are "woven" over and under each other to create a "woven" appearance. There are two variations of the woven cross stitch. Multiple diagrams have been used to demonstrate these stitches. Clicking on the PRINTABLE VERSION icon, located at the end of the series of diagrams, will direct you to the page to print these instructions.
Woven Cross Stitch Variation 1 - Diagram 1
Woven Cross Stitch Variation 1 - Diagram 2
Woven Cross Stitch Variation 1 - Diagram 3
Woven Cross Stitch (Diagram 1):
Bring the needle up at A, move down over four canvas threads and to the left over two canvas threads, bring the needle down at B. Bring the needle up at C, move down over two canvas threads and to the right over four canvas threads, bring the needle down at D. Bring the needle up at E, move up over four canvas threads and to the right over two canvas threads, bring the needle down at F. Bring the needle up at G, move up over two canvas threads and to the left over four canvas threads, bring the needle down at H. (Note: At the red arrow the G/H stitch should be worked UNDER the A/B stitch, but NOT under the canvas thread.) Now, continue on to Diagram 2...
Woven Cross Stitch (Diagram 2):
Beginning where we left off at H, we will not start the next woven cross stitch. Bring the needle up at I, move down over four canvas threads and to the left over two canvas threads, bring the needle down at D. Bring the needle up at G, move down over two canvas threads and to the right over four canvas threads, bring the needle down at J. Bring the needle up at K, move up over four canvas threads and to the right over two canvas threads, bring the
Woven Cross Stitch (Diagram 3):
This diagram illustrates how an area of woven cross stitches should look when complete. Click on the Printable Version icon to print these diagrams and instructions.
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needle down at L. Bring the needle up at M, move up over two canvas threads and to the left over four canvas threads, bring the needle down at F. (Note: At the red arrow the M/F stitch should be worked UNDER the I/D stitch, but NOT under the canvas thread.) Now, continue on to Diagram 3...
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WOVEN CROSS STITCH
(TRIPLE VARIATION)
Woven Cross Stitch - Variation 2 - Diagram 1
Woven Cross Stitch - Variation (Diagram 1):
This variation of the woven cross stitch creates a more three dimensional look. Bring the needle up at A, move up and to the right over four canvas intersections, bring the needle down at B. Bring the needle up at C, move up and to the left over four canvas intersections, bring the needle down at D. Bring the needle up at E, move up and to the right over three canvas intersections, bring the needle down at F. Bring the needle up at G, move down and to the right over three canvas intersections, bring the needle down at H. Bring the needle up at I, move down and to the left over three canvas intersections, bring the needle down at J. Bring the needle up at K, move up and to the left over three
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canvas intersections, bring the needle down at L. (Note: At the red arrow the K/L stitch should be worked UNDER the E/F stitch, but NOT under the canvas thread. To begin the next woven cross stitch, bring the needle up at C, and work the next stitch in the same manner as this one. Click on the Printable Version icon to print these diagrams and instructions.
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go on, until your stitching paraphernalia fills a large suitcase.
I personally have found that the best projects to take on holiday are small ones -- cards for example. (No, not Christmas cards. You probably won't feel in the mood for stitching Christmas robins or snow scenes when you're on a sunny beach, and besides, your family will conclude that you have finally flipped.)
Despite your best plans, it's unlikely that you'll suddenly be inspired to complete one of those UFO's (UnFinished Objects) that has been gathering dust under a table for
cupboards could do with a clean. No! On holiday your time is mostly your own.

So which cross stitch projects should you consider taking? And how much stitching should you take?

Let's think about what's essential to take, first of all. You'll need your basics: chart, threads, fabric, needles, needle-threader, scissors, magnifier, a few spares... the list can
ages. Two years ago, I took a half-stitched Millennium celebration sampler, started in 1999, to Mexico. Yes, you've guessed it ~ it never left its bag.

I'd recommend a number of cards, packed in kit form, so that all you need is easily accessible. If you do use manufactured card kits, remember that it's not necessary to take the cardboard-part of the project. You may as well leave that part of the kit at home -- it could easily get crushed being transported around - and you can always do the card mounting when you return home.

Place your kits in a zip-locked clear plastic folder so that you don't have to spend too much time rummaging around to find things. The plastic folder will keep out any sand, unexpected
rain or melted ice cream that could spoil your stitching.

Now for the serious bit. Scissors and needles can be dangerous, as you know. Not only that, but if you're travelling by plane and fancy a bit of stitching during the flight, it must be remembered that some airline companies will not allow you to board the plane with scissors in your hand luggage.

There's a good way around this. You can buy a thread cutter, available from most good needlecrafts shops. This hangs round your neck like a pendant. A cheaper way
to cut thread is to use a dental floss container. It has a small blade for cutting floss, and works well with sewing threads too.

Now for those needles... do consider buying a needle container -- don't just use the original paper wrapping. Keep your needles in a customised cylindrical box and not only will you always have needles ready to use, but you can relax in the knowledge that no one will sit on them and hurt themselves.

As for small pairs of scissors, a scissor-keep is a good option for transporting
them. If you don't have one, then plunge the sharp points of your scissors firmly into a cork, and carry them that way. Never take your favourite scissors on a family
holiday. They'll end up being used by everyone for all sorts of functions, believe me.

So now you're packed and ready to go on holiday. Have a wonderful time, and let us know what stitching projects you attempted and even completed on your holiday. Your stitching project could be a valuable memento of the great time you had. Happy holidays!

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***Stitch Index*** (Alphabetical)
A - I

2,4,6,8 & Tie Stitch

Algerian Eye Stitch

Algerian Eye Daisy
Stitch

Algerian Filling Stitch

Algerian Plait Stitch

Alternating Cross
Stitch

Astrakhan Stitch

Aubusson Stitch

Back Stitch

Bargello Stitch

Basketweave Stitch

Bazaar Stitch

Binding Stitch

Bokhara Couching Stitch

Bokhara Couching Stitch (Diagonal)

Bokhara Couching Stitch (Staggered)

Brazilian Stitch

Brick Stitch

Brighton Stitch

Bullion Knot

Buttonhole Stitch

Buttonhole Stitch (Detached)

Buttonhole Stitch (Double)

Buttonhole Stitch (Tailored)

Buttonhole Stitch (Whipped)

Buttonhole Wheel
Stitch

Byzantine Stitch

Cable Stitch

Cashmere Stitch

Chain Stitch

Chain Stitch
(Braided Variation)

Chain Stitch
(Heavy Variation)

Chain Stitch
(Interlaced Variation)

Chain Stitch (Lazy
Daisy Variation)

Chain Stitch
(Raised Variation)

Checker Stitch

Continental Stitch

Coral Knot Stitch

Couching Stitch

Couching Stitch (Buttonhole Variation)

Couching Stitch (Herringbone Variation)

Couching Stitch
(Open Chain  Variation)

Cretan Stitch

Cretan Stitch
(Diagonal Variation)

Cross Stitch

Cross Stitch (Bound)

Cross Stitch (Diagonal)

Cross Stitch (Heavy)

Cross Stitch (Houndstooth)

Cross Stitch (Reinforced)

Cross Stitch
(Reversed Double)

Cross Stitch
(Staggered)

Cross Stitch (St.Andrew)

Cross Stitch
(St.George)

Cross Stitch (Trame)

Cross Stitch (Triple)

Cross Stitch
(Two-Sided)

Cross Stitch
(Woven)

Cushion Stitch

Czar Stitch

Diagonal Stitch

Darning Stitch

Diagonal Buttonhole Stitch

Diagonal Interlaced Stitch

Diagonal Leaf Stitch

Diamond Stitch

Diamond Eyelet Stitch

Diaper Pattern Stitch

Double Cross Stitch

Double Knot Stitch

Double Star Stitch

Double Stitch

Double Straight
Cross Stitch

Droit Stitch

Eastern Stitch

Economic Stitch

Egyptian Stitch

Encroaching Slanted Gobelin Stitch

Eye Stitch

Eye Stitch with Backstitch

Fan Stitch

Fancy Stitch

Feather Stitch

Fern Stitch

Fishbone Stitch

Fishbone Stitch (Diagonal)

Flame Stitch

Flat Stitch

Flat Stitch (Crossed)

Florentine Stitch

Florentine Stitch (Split)

Fly Stitch (Closed)

French Knot

French Stitch

Ghiordes Knot

Gobelin Stitch

Gobelin Droit Stitch

Gobelin Filling Stitch

Gobelin Stitch
(Trammed Upright)

Greek Stitch

Half Cross Stitch

Herringbone Stitch

Herringbone Stitch (Double)

Herringbone Gone Wrong Stitch

Herringbone Stitch
(Six Step)

Hobnail Stitch

Hungarian Stitch

Hungarian Diamond Stitch

Hungarian Ground
Stitch

Hungarian Ground
Stitch (Diagonal)

Hungarian Point Stitch

Interlocking Gobelin Stitch














***Stitch Index*** (Alphabetical)
I - Z

Irish Stitch

Jacquard Stitch

Kalem Stitch

Kelim Stitch

Kilim Stitch

Knitting Stitch

Knitting Stitch (Diagonal)

Knitting Stitch
(Reverse Tvistom)

Knotted Stitch

Knotted Stitch (Single)

Ladder Stitch

Leaf Stitch

Leaf Stitch (Diagonal)

Leaf Stitch with Backstitch

Leviathan Stitch

Leviathan Stitch (Double)

Leviathan Stitch
(Triple)

Long Armed Cross Stitch

Long Stitch

Long and Short Stitch

Loop Stitch

Mexican Cross Stitch

Milanese Stitch

Montenegrin Stitch

Moorish Stitch

Mosaic Stitch

Mosaic Stitch (Crossed)

Mound Stitch

Nobuko Stitch

Oblique Stitch

Oblique Stitch (Diagonal)

Oblique Stitch (Reverse)

Oblique Slav Stitch

Oblong Cross Stitch

Oblong Cross Stitch with Backstitch

Oriental Stitch

Outline Stitch

Palestrina Stitch

Palace Pattern Stitch

Paris Stitch

Parisian Stitch

Pavillion Stitch

Perspective Stitch

Plait Stitch

Plait Stitch (Crossed)

Plait Stitch (Square)

Plaited Edge Stitch

Plaited Gobelin Stitch

Plaited Interlaced Stitch

Portuguese Cross Stitch

Portuguese Stem Stitch

Princess Pattern Stitch

Pyramid Stitch

Quick Point

Raised Stitch

Raised Cross Stitch

Ray Stitch

Ray Stitch (Expanded)

Renaissance Stitch

Rep Stitch

Reverse Bargello

Reversed Basketweave Stitch

Reversed Cross Stitch

Rhodes Stitch

Ribbed Wheels Stitch

Rice Stitch

Rice Stitch (Padded)

Rococco Stitch

Roman Stitch

Rope Stitch

Roumanian Stitch

Rug Binding Stitch

Rya Stitch

Satin Stitch

Satin Stitch
(Alternating)

Satin Stitch
(Padded)

Scotch Stitch

Scotch Stitch (Alternating)

Scotch Stitch (Condensed)

Scotch Stitch (Crossed)

Scotch Stitch (Woven)

Scottish Stitch

Sheaf Stitch

Shell Stitch

Single Knotted Stitch

Slanted Gobelin Stitch

Smyrna Cross Stitch

Sorbello Stitch

Soumak Stitch

Spanish Stitch

Spider Web Stitch

Split Stitch

Sprats Head Stitch

Square Plait Stitch

Star Stitch

Star Stitch (Large)

Stem Stitch

Stem Stitch
(Diagonal)

Stepped Sheaf Stitch

Surrey Stitch

Sutherland Pattern Stitch

Tapestry Stitch

Tent Stitch

Tent Stitch (Alternating)

Tent Stitch
(Diagonal Mosaic)

Tie Stitch

Trame

Trammed Tent Stitch

Triangle Stitch

Tufting Stitch

Turkey Stitch

Tvistom Stitch

Two Sided Italian
Cross Stitch

Upright Cross Stitch

Van Dyke Stitch

Velvet Stitch

Waffle Stitch

Wave Stitch (Closed)

Wave Stitch (Open)

Weaving Stitch

Web Stitch

Wheat Sheaf Stitch

Woven Band Stitch

Woven Pattern Stitch

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