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How Do You Do Needlepoint Continental Stitches?

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How Do You Do Needlepoint Continental Stitches?

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The continental stitch is one of three variations of the tent stitch, the most basic stitch in needlepoint. This durable stitch is best used to outline design areas and for single rows of stitching. Thread the tapestry needle with the indicated color and number of yarn or floss strands. Make threading easier by gently twisting the strand ends together. Pull 3 to 4 inches of yarn or floss through the eye of your tapestry needle. Leave this tail the same length throughout your project. Position the threaded needle at the back of your canvas and bring the needle up all the way through at your starting point, leaving about 1 inch of floss or yarn at the back of your work. Hold this thread at the back of the fabric and work your first few stitches over it to secure. Start a horizontal continental stitch at the upper right corner of the canvas area that is to be stitched and work from right to left. Do a horizontal continental stitch by bringing your needle up through the hole at your starti

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