Diagonal lines are lines that work on a slope (diagonal). When working with diagonal lines, it is important to maintain uniform tension. This will help prevent the deformation of your canvas. These stitches are often confused with cross stitches. Although the majority of cross stitches and all diagonal stitches work “diagonally”, the diagonal stitches do not intersect with each other or do not create a “cross-shaped” look. This article will discuss the diagonal lines that are suitable for large areas and backgrounds.
Considering which stitch to use on the background of the piece, one of the most interesting stitches that will come to mind is Mosaic Stitch. Mosaic stitch consistors of short and long diagonal lines that form a block-like pattern. When it worked as a straight stitch, the Mosaic stitch is referred to as the Hungarian stitch. This stitch can work horizontally or diagonally. The name, mosaic stitch, comes from intricate patterns that can be processed using different colors for the blocks. This is called mosaic work. Mosaic seam can be processed in large or small areas.
Scottish stitch is similar to mosaic stitch, as they both produce block patterns. However, the Scottish stitch works with five stitches, unlike the mosaic stitch, which works with three stitches. Scotch line can work diagonally or horizontally. The third version of this stitch - condensed suture, should always work diagonally.
Checker checker is a variation of scotch tape. The name comes from the "type of chessboard" that creates this seam. Basically, this stitch consists of a series of Scottish stitches, which alternate with blocks of tent stitches. The use of a tightly stitched stitch with a loosely stitched Scottish stitch creates an interesting texture effect (tent embroidery belts are flat next to the 3-dimensional view of the Scottish stitch).
The Byzantine Stitch is a quick and easy stitch, suitable for filling large areas of the canvas. Byzantine seam creates a phased pattern. It consists of four diagonal lines, working horizontally, and then another four diagonal lines work vertically. This pattern of alternating horizontal and vertical diagonal lines is how a step-by-step view is created. Step sizes may vary. For example, you can choose to have diagonal lines span two canvas intersections, three canvas intersections or more. Just make sure that all the diagonal lines are the same length.
The jacquard stitch is similar to the Byzantine stitch, with the exception of the added rows of continental stitches that separate the Byzantine stitches in the jacquard stitch. After completing the Byzantine stitch, add a row of continental seams along the side. Add another Byzantine seam and add another row of continental seams again. The jacquard seam, like the Byzantine stitch, creates a phased pattern. For a more interesting look, use different colored yarn for continental seams.
Cashmere stitch creates a pattern on the canvas. It consists of a tent line, and then two diagonal stitches and another tent. Each of the diagonal lines should cover two intersections of the canvas. This seam can work diagonally, horizontally or vertically. When working with two colors, cashmere stitching can create a striped look. Cashmere stitch can be processed from left to right or right to left.
Kalenye stitches consist of alternating rows of diagonal stitches. This seam is similar to a stitch stitch, since the seams of each row are inclined in the directions of the opposition. Unlike the stem stitch, which works vertically, with a stitch, the stitch works horizontally. Kaljem-seam is suitable for both large and small canvases, and can also be processed on canvas.
Stem Stitch consoles from rows of diagonal stitches with reverse stitches worked between them. This seam is similar to a kalemny seam, since the seams of each row are inclined in opposite directions. Unlike the kalemny line, which works horizontally, Stem Stitch works vertically. Stitch stitch suitable for both large and small canvases.
The Milan stitch, like its variation, the oriental seam is especially good for filling large areas of the canvas. Milan stitch - brocade, which forms alternating triangles. Upon completion, it gives a zigzag view.
Oriental stitch, like the Milan seam, is good for filling large areas of canvas. Oriental stitch is a brocade that forms alternating triangles. Upon completion, it gives a zigzag view. Oriental stitch begins with a series of milanese stitches. There are spaces between the lines. These spaces are filled with diagonal lines. You can use diagonal stitches of a different color. This will create an exciting look at your work.
These are just a few diagonal lines that create interesting backgrounds and fill large areas. For a more detailed list of available diagonal stitches and instructions (with diagrams) for working with each stitch, visit the “Diagonal lines” page on the stitchopedia.com page and click on the line that interests you. The choice of the background line will depend on what exists in the foreground. If the foreground is full of detail and color, you may not want the background to be too "busy." In this case, you need to choose a simple background. This completes the first part of Diagonal Stitches: The Greatest Hits. In the second part I will talk about the diagonal lines that are suitable for a small, detailed work. I will also describe some decorative diagonal seams.
