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I'm doing the Last Supper picture in cross stitching and it says "shaded portion indicates overlap from previous section. Do not stitch shaded area." What does that mean? I'm new at this and learning as I go. I hope you can help me.
Debbie,
I will be happy to help you with this question! Because the pattern is so large it is printed on multiple sheets. If there is a shaded portion on one page it is because you will stitch those stitches on another page. They are printed on the next sheet and shaded for a reference for you to help determine where the next stitches go. I hope this makes sense.
You are working on a beautiful piece! You can do it!
Happy Stitching!
Kris
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I can answer questions about cross stitch, pulled threads and some hardanger including questions about fabric, fibers, techniques, and speciality stitches. I can also answer questions about pattern location and designer searches.
Experience
I have been stitching for over 35 years now. I have been judging the cross stitch at the State Fair for almost 10 years. I love to stitch!
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I was a member of Embrodier's Guild of America. I completed several classes in cross-stitch.
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