Geometric Blackwork
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Geometric blackwork. Stitches techniques and 13 modern projects. As the name suggests it is mostly done on white even weave linen with black silk thread in a double running or holbein stitch. Stumpwork goldwork and whitework are all traditional techniques still popular today but there s another that s quickly re emerging. Because many of the designs are geometric it is most often stitched on an even weave fabric.
Be the first to review this item. Blackwork embroidery is recognized by its geometric designs that often use repeating floral star and lattice patterns to fill the inside of. Despite the name blackwork it was also done in blue green gold or silver. Blackwork embroidery is a type of counted thread embroidery with geometric looking patterns done with holbein stitch or double running stitch.
If there s one thing to love about embroidery it s that there are a ton of different forms at your disposal. Blackwork embroidery is a very old form of counted thread embroidery. Apr 5 2020 explore lörd wörm s board blackwork geometric tattoos followed by 269 people on pinterest.