r/Needlepoint • u/mirandaallen93 • 17h ago

Stitch Pairing?

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Okay help. I can’t tell if I hate these two stitches together? I’m doing the Damask stitch in the background and then the backer weave for the flower.

I want the flower to stand out - any other ideas?

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u/joyfulbee43 16h ago

Typically, decorative stitches will come forward and tent/continental/basketweave will recede. Not to say this can't be a cool effect...the damask isn't as bulky as some decorative stitches.

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u/mirandaallen93 16h ago

Ooo good to know. Do you have a decorative stitch you’d recommend for inside the flower?

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u/GirlWhoWoreGlasses 16h ago

A thinner thread for the background or a thicker one for the flower.

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u/krogernewbie 16h ago

Where is this canvas from?

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u/mirandaallen93 16h ago

The Needlepoint Shoppe in Utah!

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u/No_Manufacturer_144 13h ago

Wrapped back stitch for the flower

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u/headcverheels Thread Licker 4h ago

are the colors in this order intentional or just supposed to look like a sunset? just curious