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Sunday, January 31, 2016

Fractal White Tiger January Progress

This month, I managed to add 1,511 stitches to the Charting Creations cross-stitch "Fractal White Tiger" that is based on artwork by Ricky Barnard.

 I decided to try out the continental tent stitch with this project so I could use 2 strands of floss over 1 square. Looking at the project close-up, I am not sure how happy I am with the coverage. Some of the white shows through. I seriously considered starting over with 2 over 2 on 25-count fabric. However, from a distance (as it will be seen hanging on my son's wall someday), the white is not noticeable at all; so, I will continue with the tent stitch. If nothing else, it will be an experience with a new stitching technique. 

 I am enjoying working on this chart and cannot wait to see more of the tiger emerge next month.  

This month's progress was also shared at A New Stitchy Start.

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Renee

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9 comments:

  1. JustineFebruary 1, 2016 at 12:01 AM

    I think it looks great! 2 over 2 on 25 count sounds like very hard work. Lovely progress.

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  2. JustineFebruary 1, 2016 at 12:18 AM

    I think it looks great! 2 over 2 on 25 count sounds like very hard work. Lovely progress.

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  3. Carol- Beads and BirdsFebruary 1, 2016 at 2:44 AM

    well, I don't know much about cross stitch, but I sure like to follow your progress!
    xx, Carol

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  4. Christine BFebruary 1, 2016 at 4:37 AM

    I think it will be fine Renee! Don't be too hard on yourself! You have made great progress! Christine x

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  5. KimMFebruary 1, 2016 at 6:53 AM

    I think it looks great!! I wouldn't start over...
    xxx

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  6. KatieFebruary 1, 2016 at 6:57 AM

    I always get irritated when the fabric shows through. But you're right when you hold it back you won't notice. Great progress!!

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  7. QueeniepatchFebruary 1, 2016 at 6:21 PM

    Many stitches look the same on the front but on the back you can see how differently they have been worked. I think it is important to find a stitch that is easy and fun to do.

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2016 at 10:04 PM

    It looks good to me. I'm wondering if, since it is a white tiger, that will only add some realism. And a lot of the actual thread is white or light. The uninitiated (me!) would never even notice. Congratulation. That looks like an ear - your son must be pleased.

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  9. Magpie's MumblingsFebruary 8, 2016 at 3:45 PM

    I don't think anyone will ever notice, unless you point it out, and even then they will be so awed by the sheer magnitude of the work and it won't matter.

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