February Stitch of the month: Fern stitch

 Hi everyone

New month; new stitch. This month we're exploring Fern Stitch. 

Fern Stitch  - This stitch can be worked geometrically with all stitches the  same length, or freely to create more naturalistic foliage.

 It consists of three straight stitches which all radiate from the same point.   Bring the needle up at A and make a straight stitch up to B.  Then come up at C and work a diagonal stitch back down to A. Finish stitch off by emerging at D and taking thread back down to A. Start the next group of stitches at E, directly below A.

January 2021 produced some stunning Japanese stitch interpretations. Thank you to everyone who took part. 

Top row: Debbie, Susan

Middle row: Meriel, Janet Lee, Helen

Bottom Row: Meriel, Janet Lee.

 And not forgetting some very impressive Japanese Stitch work in progress by Helen:

Speak soon. Stay safe and happy stitching!