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Cross Stitch/cross stitch

Expert: Vinette de Phillipe - 9/9/2007

Question
Hi,
can you tell me what couching is

Answer
HI Barbara,
Couching is a stitch using two threads. It is done by placing one thread on the fabric and using the second to stitch over it, keeping it in place.

here are a few sites that show how it is done

http://www.embroiderersguild.com/stitch/projects/couching/couching.html

http://www.webindia123.com/craft/needle/embroi/embro.html

http://www.anniesattic.com/cross-stitch/content.html?content_id=98

vinette

Cross Stitch

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I can answer questions about cross stitch and needlepoint. I am able to help with problems and finding supplies and patterns.

I have been doing cross stitch and needle point for many years. I have taught classes in both both in the US and Greece.

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