THE ART OF EMBROIDERY

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  1. 1. Used to create fine lines ideal for stems or outlines
  2. 6. Stranded cotton thread used in most embroidery projects
  3. 7. Laying metallic thread and securing it with small stitches for decoration
  4. 9. A technique creating realistic shaded designs often of nature
  5. 10. A luxurious thread often used in fine embroidery for its sheen and smoothness
  6. 13. A technique where threads are pulled tight to create open spaces
  7. 15. Dimensional embroidery using rayon thread for vibrant raised designs
  8. 17. A popular embroidery technique forming X-shaped stitches
  9. 19. A Norwegian embroidery technique with geometric patterns and cutwork
  10. 20. The craft of decorating fabric using needle and thread
  11. 23. A Danish embroidery technique with intricate cutwork and lace-like effects
  12. 26. Embroidering designs on delicate net-like fabric
  13. 28. Embroidery done in white thread on white fabric often for linens
  14. 30. Stitching layers of fabric together often incorporating embroidery for decoration
  15. 32. Personalized embroidery with initials or names
  16. 33. An embroidery technique where portions of fabric are cut away and stitched
  17. 37. Historically used in the 16th century done with black thread
  18. 38. Laying thread on fabric and stitching over it to secure
  19. 39. A blunt needle used for embroidery on even-weave fabric
  20. 41. A basic stitch used for outlining or writing in embroidery
  21. 43. Embroidery using gold or metallic thread for rich ornate designs
  22. 44. A loop stitch often used to create simple flower petals
  23. 45. Embroidery done with a hook similar to crochet creating a chain stitch
  24. 47. Simple outline embroidery done with red thread on white fabric
  25. 48. A Japanese technique of decorative reinforcing stitching usually in white thread
  26. 50. A smooth stitch used to fill shapes with solid color
  27. 51. Embroidery technique using canvas and creating textured designs
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  1. 2. A pre-drawn design on fabric used as a guide for stitching
  2. 3. Embroidery that creates a shadowy effect with stitches from the reverse side
  3. 4. Embroidery technique where stitches are counted to create designs
  4. 5. Creates a linked chain effect often used for outlines
  5. 8. A small round stitch often used in Hardanger embroidery to create open holes
  6. 11. The use of beads sewn onto fabric to add texture and shine
  7. 12. A small pointed tool used to sew or embroider
  8. 14. A piece of fabric worked with various stitches often used as practice or display
  9. 16. A 3D embroidery technique that uses padding to raise parts of the design
  10. 18. Embroidery technique using wool thread on linen or cotton
  11. 21. Embroidery technique creating pleats with decorative stitching
  12. 22. Using silk or satin ribbon to create floral designs or embellishments
  13. 23. Embroidery done on huck toweling fabric with geometric patterns
  14. 24. A two-ply wool yarn used in traditional crewel embroidery
  15. 25. Creates a textured round flower-like design in embroidery
  16. 27. A long thin needle ideal for bullion knots or other fine stitches
  17. 29. A decorative knot stitch adding texture and dimension
  18. 31. A tool that holds fabric in place while stitching
  19. 34. Metallic thread used for decorative luxurious embroidery
  20. 35. A type of embroidery with geometric flame-like patterns typically on canvas
  21. 36. A small loop added to the edge of lace or other decorative work in embroidery
  22. 40. A decorative charm attached to embroidery scissors
  23. 42. Attaching pieces of fabric to a larger fabric base with stitching
  24. 46. A simple straight stitch for outlining or securing fabric
  25. 49. A round frame used to keep fabric taut while embroidering