PARISIAN STITCH
 
The Parisian Stitch is a pattern of long (4-thread) and short (2-thread) alternating stitches.
 


Filled area :
 
There are many interesting variations of the Parisian Stitch. Here are a few :
 
Double Parisian Stitch:


Parisian and Gobelin:
 
This variation of the Parisian Stitch is worked diagonally.
 

Diagonal Parisian Stitch:


Diagonal Parisian Stitch with Tent Stitch :
 
Hints:
  • Make sure that the yarn that you use is thick and fluffy enough to cover the vertical canvas threads.
 
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