Mystery Stitch

Basics and Beyond Mystery Sampler

Follow along for a true mystery stitch, while we explore different stitches and patterns to create a  counted embroidery row sampler. 

Over the years we had many request for information on how to do new stitches, or even how to begin stitching. With the Basic and Beyond Mystery Sampler we will explore simple to advance techniques, and our hope is by the end to sampler you will feel more confident in adding new stitches to your embroidery works. 

If you are struggling or would like to learn a new stitch, let us know and we may just add it to the sampler!

This is a first attempt at a project like this, so we will be working out the kinks together 

The Materials 

• 30 linen 10"x roughly 36" {Debutante Pearl} ( I started this knowing I wanted the stitch count to be 60 stitches wide but as of yet have no length mind for ending. Working 2 over 2 threads)
• I would recommend at least six skeins of DMC Floss {I would suggest using a colour family of six floss then you would only need to purchase 1 skein of each colour, using one variegated floss and a complimentary would works as well, a limited palette of two contrasting colours could be fun as well} ( For my work I am exploring the 35 new colours from DMC)
• 1 package of Mill Hill Glass Seed Beads to compliment your colour (I choose 02010)
• Then your choice of needles (I like a size 28, that way I can be as I go), this piece can be worked in hand or using a hope or stand

The First Band

Back Stitching 
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In the chart you will notice that I have only shown a section of ​the full 60 stitches wide that the sampler is. 

Work the second row of back stitch for the Beaded Herringbone the first and last stitch is worked over two fabric threads, while the remaining stitches are worked over four fabric threads. 

*Update*
Colours I used to complete the first band
Back Stitch; 01
Whipped Back Stitch; Back Stitch 01,  Wrapped 03
Beaded Herringbone Ladder: Back Stitch 01, Wrapped 02
Whipped Back Stitch; Back Stitch 01,  Wrapped 03
Back Stitch; 01