Blackwork
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Blackwork
Sometimes, as a sort of diversion from cross-stitch, I like to try my hand at blackwork. For example:
[1] A matching pair of pictures. These came as kits - sorry but I can't remember who produced them. I wish there were more kits available like this.
[2] A chess-board. I got the chart for this from a magazine. I don't very often get inspired by the charts I find in cross-stitch magazines, but occasionally I find a gem. This was one.
Executing these intricate blackwork patterns calls for real attention to detail.
There seem to be plenty of small and simple blackwork kits/charts available, but not many that I'd regard as challenging. I keep looking though ...
[1] A matching pair of pictures. These came as kits - sorry but I can't remember who produced them. I wish there were more kits available like this.
[2] A chess-board. I got the chart for this from a magazine. I don't very often get inspired by the charts I find in cross-stitch magazines, but occasionally I find a gem. This was one.
Executing these intricate blackwork patterns calls for real attention to detail.
There seem to be plenty of small and simple blackwork kits/charts available, but not many that I'd regard as challenging. I keep looking though ...
Brian
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.
Re: Blackwork
Those are stunning! We have several members who have done some lovely Blackwork projects. I have several in my stash, but haven't stitched them yet. Have you seen this website, Blackwork Journey? She has many beautiful patterns and quite a few that are freebies. A search on Sew and So showed quite a few kits as well. I hope you will show us any that you are working on now.
Carole
Carole
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Star Wars Afghan:Chewbaca
HAEDs:
O Kitten Tree
Dancing with the Cat
Everything else "on hold"
2022 Finished: Star Wars Afghan: Princess Leia, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, Finn, Rey, Poe, Han Solo,Darth Vader, BB8,Luke Skywalker
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Re: Blackwork
I seem to recognise that blackwood chess board pattern. Did it come from New Stitches magazine? I have almost a full set of those and the designer did some superb blackwood patterns. Some will still be available on http://www.stitchdirect.com" target="_blank I think Henry VII and his wives are available as well as Elizabeth I . There are some buildings too.
I really admire blackwood but I prefer Hardanger for intricate work.
Love those ladies BTW
*edit* I gave the wrong link to Stitch Direct...I've corrected it now!
I really admire blackwood but I prefer Hardanger for intricate work.
Love those ladies BTW
*edit* I gave the wrong link to Stitch Direct...I've corrected it now!
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Re: Blackwork
WOW that is amazing work and I too love the Ladies. The chess board is interesting and colourful and all are beautifully stitched. Well Done on all of them
I have done one or two small blackwork designs for cards and often thought about getting a chart or two but I already have more than enough for my remaining lifetime (I am inmy 80's) I am sure. I hope to see more lovely blackwork from your busy needles.
I have done one or two small blackwork designs for cards and often thought about getting a chart or two but I already have more than enough for my remaining lifetime (I am inmy 80's) I am sure. I hope to see more lovely blackwork from your busy needles.
Sally in Brisbane Australia
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Christmas Stocking from World of Cross Stitching mag. 262
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Christmas Stocking from World of Cross Stitching mag. 262
Re: Blackwork
Your blackwork is beautiful! I've done a few smaller pieces and really love it! I was actually rather surprised that I liked it so much because it is, in many ways, just like back stitching and that's my least favorite part of cross stitching.
Debby
(main) WIPs
Angel of Love
Book of Mythical Creatures
Cache la Poudre
Past Present Forever
Fishing Friends
(main) WIPs
Angel of Love
Book of Mythical Creatures
Cache la Poudre
Past Present Forever
Fishing Friends
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Re: Blackwork
Thanks for the kind comments everyone.
I agree about back-stitching being something of a chore when it's on top of a lovingly-executed cross-stitch workpiece. Blackwork done on a pristine piece of evenweave, however, that's something different.
I'm not sure which magazine I found that chessboard in. Was most likely Cross Stitch Gold, I think, but can't be certain.
I agree about back-stitching being something of a chore when it's on top of a lovingly-executed cross-stitch workpiece. Blackwork done on a pristine piece of evenweave, however, that's something different.
I'm not sure which magazine I found that chessboard in. Was most likely Cross Stitch Gold, I think, but can't be certain.
Brian
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.
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Re: Blackwork
Sorry...gave the wrong link to Stitch Direct ! Should be http://www.stitchdirect.com/" target="_blank" target="_blank
Must remember Not to put a link up Just Before bed time!
If you like Blackwork figures have a look at these!
http://www.stitchdirect.com/index.php/d ... gures.html" target="_blank
Must remember Not to put a link up Just Before bed time!
If you like Blackwork figures have a look at these!
http://www.stitchdirect.com/index.php/d ... gures.html" target="_blank
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Re: Blackwork
Fabulous, well done
Kandi
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Re: Blackwork
I have always admired and these are lovely pieces that you have finished!
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Re: Blackwork
Very pretty!!
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Dimensions Passion Flower Angel
Tempting Tangles Welcome SAL
Various small designs
Dimensions Passion Flower Angel
Tempting Tangles Welcome SAL
Various small designs
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Re: Blackwork
Thanks again for the comments.
Actually I was hoping that, by starting a thread entitled 'Blackwork', I might have encouraged others here to post pictures of their own similar work.
Admiration's nice. Company is better!
Actually I was hoping that, by starting a thread entitled 'Blackwork', I might have encouraged others here to post pictures of their own similar work.
Admiration's nice. Company is better!
Brian
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.
Re: Blackwork
I've posted this elsewhere on the forum, but here it is again in an effort to get things going. It certainly can't compare to your gorgeous pieces, but it was a lot of fun to stitch.
Debby
(main) WIPs
Angel of Love
Book of Mythical Creatures
Cache la Poudre
Past Present Forever
Fishing Friends
(main) WIPs
Angel of Love
Book of Mythical Creatures
Cache la Poudre
Past Present Forever
Fishing Friends
- wendywombat
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Re: Blackwork
Stunning on that fabric!!
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Re: Blackwork
Ah, yes! A good one, Debby. Nicely executed.
Brian
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.
Cross-stitcher since 2005. Model ship builder since 2012. Former canoeist, orienteer, astronomer, craft show organiser, secret-cult member. Currently a happy man.