I have been cross stitching for over ten years and have always shied away from patterns with back stitching because I was intimidated by the added complexity, but I feel so much more confident now after watching this. Thanks for the tips!
First of all thank You for the “positivity” of the video…..Secondly allowing the crafter “choices” as to how and when they proceed with backstitching on their piece of work…..the image of the back work as “modern art” is pure permission to relax and enjoy the process….and not stress out…..there is a “rhythm” ….a “meditative” feel to this work ……
This is a brilliant tutorial. I did not find anything which explained so clearly how to follow the backstitch lines on patterns when I started that journey. And the encouragement you give Marie, not to be afraid of it, is inspiring. Well done 👏Thanks, Úna
Thanks so much for watching June, so glad you found it useful ☺️ I love long stitches, they look so much better (imho) and create a pencil stroke-like effect. I much prefer it to the classic short backstitch 😊 Happy stitching 🌸 Marie
CCS to the rescue again! Thanks to CCS videos, I learned how to cross-stitch earlier this year. This video is perfect timing because I just started my largest project (not a CCS pattern) and there is a TON of back stitching. The tips in this video will definitely come in handy. Great job, Marie!
Thank you so much for your lovely comment Wendy, this literally makes our day. So glad you found this useful ☺️ best of luck with your large project and happy (back)stitching 🌸 Marie
this is the best video I've seen on how to back stitch. I had no idea this is how it is done, I am so happy to have found this video as I avoid any projects that require back stitching and now I won't have to. Thank you so posting this.
Thank you for the true close up views. Otherwise it's really difficult to see. P. S. I thought I knew everything I needed to know about back stitching. How wrong I was!
Wonderful tutorial. I know I can do it now. I was hoping you would have demonstrated how to back stich on a project that was done in all tent/half stitches. Please let me know if you have a video on how it looks and is done. I didn't see one. Thanks
Thank you so much for watching, we're so glad you like the video! 😊 Sure, the link is below - it's currently showing as on 30% off promotion and is available for incredible £1.80! Happy stitching 🌸 Marie tidd.ly/3WxleWT
I never go in the half and if I did my back stitching would be better, thanks for the tip. How a bout a pin stitch on linen. Do you wash the project again after back stitching?
Hi Karen, thanks so much for watching, glad you found it helpful! 😊 I don't tend to do pin stitch with backstitch because it would be quite visible. I always start backstitch at the back of the project because I have existing stitches I can use to anchor the thread. This is completely a personal choice, no rights or wrongs here! If you wanted a pin stitch tutorial, we have a detailed how-to in a video called 4 ways to start a thread. If the project was dirty, I would gently wash it in soapy water but I generally try not to wash projects after they've been backstitched. That's why I wash it in soapy water beforehand and after backstitch I would only lightly spray with water & quickly steam iron it to get rid of any hoop marks. That's just my general preference and I would readjust depending on what the individual project needs. Hope this helps! Happy stitching 🌸 Marie
Hi Busy Bee, thanks for watching! There are may magnifiers on the market, you may want to check the Ottlight or Daylight company for a lamp with magnifying glass. You can also check on your local Amazon but I don't recommend buying anything that doesn't have excellent reviews. If counting in general is an issue, I would recommend our video all about tips on not making counting mistakes here: ua-cam.com/video/F9Gcz-XBkY4/v-deo.html Hope this helps! Happy stitching 🌸 Marie
Hi Cynthia, thanks so much for watching, we're so glad you like the video! 😊 Sure, the link is below - it's currently showing as on 30% off promotion and is available for incredible £1.79! Happy stitching 🌸 Marie tidd.ly/3WxleWT
I have been cross stitching for over ten years and have always shied away from patterns with back stitching because I was intimidated by the added complexity, but I feel so much more confident now after watching this. Thanks for the tips!
Wonderful! we're happy to hear this has helped!
First of all thank You for the “positivity” of the video…..Secondly allowing the crafter “choices” as to how and when they proceed with backstitching on their piece of work…..the image of the back work as “modern art” is pure permission to relax and enjoy the process….and not stress out…..there is a “rhythm” ….a “meditative” feel to this work ……
Thank you so much for watching Sherry, I’m so happy you enjoyed it and found it helpful ☺️
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
This is a brilliant tutorial. I did not find anything which explained so clearly how to follow the backstitch lines on patterns when I started that journey. And the encouragement you give Marie, not to be afraid of it, is inspiring. Well done 👏Thanks, Úna
Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words Una, I am so happy you found it helpful 💕
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
Thank you for the info on using longer stitches! I'm not afraid of back stitching, but didn't realize that longer stitches were even a thing!
Thanks so much for watching June, so glad you found it useful ☺️
I love long stitches, they look so much better (imho) and create a pencil stroke-like effect. I much prefer it to the classic short backstitch 😊
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
Best back stitch tutorial I've found. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
I love the speed up bit especially. The pattern is so cute too!
Great video Marie! Really like your tip on going just a bit beyond to give the backstitch continuity. ♥
Love watching that sped up stitching!! Really great tutorial!
Once again a great tutorial. Thank you.
Thank you so much for watching, we're so glad you enjoyed it ☺️
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
So very well explained and demonstrated. Thank you.
Thank you so much for watching, we're so happy you found it useful! ☺️
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
Thank you for the video. Beautiful work.
Thanks for watching!
CCS to the rescue again! Thanks to CCS videos, I learned how to cross-stitch earlier this year. This video is perfect timing because I just started my largest project (not a CCS pattern) and there is a TON of back stitching. The tips in this video will definitely come in handy. Great job, Marie!
Thank you so much for your lovely comment Wendy, this literally makes our day.
So glad you found this useful ☺️ best of luck with your large project and happy (back)stitching 🌸
Marie
Thank you so much for the calmness of your teaching, so precise and accurate!
Thank you for watching! We're happy to hear you are finding the tutorials useful!
this is the best video I've seen on how to back stitch. I had no idea this is how it is done, I am so happy to have found this video as I avoid any projects that require back stitching and now I won't have to. Thank you so posting this.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for the demonstration. I never knew how to backstitch.
Thank you for watching Arleen, so glad you found it helpful! ☺️
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
Thankyou! I feel much happier about my backstitching task now. 😊
Excellent tut. Thanks for saving me loads of headaches!
You're welcome! Thank you for watching
Thank you for the true close up views. Otherwise it's really difficult to see. P. S. I thought I knew everything I needed to know about back stitching. How wrong I was!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much! ❤
Thank you so much for watching, hope it helped ☺️
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
Wonderful tutorial. I know I can do it now. I was hoping you would have demonstrated how to back stich on a project that was done in all tent/half stitches. Please let me know if you have a video on how it looks and is done. I didn't see one. Thanks
Thank you so much for this tutorial ❤❤❤
Thank you for watching!
This is super helpful! I can’t seem to find the link to the pattern of the whale and I’d love to have it.
Thank you so much for watching, we're so glad you like the video! 😊
Sure, the link is below - it's currently showing as on 30% off promotion and is available for incredible £1.80!
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
tidd.ly/3WxleWT
I never go in the half and if I did my back stitching would be better, thanks for the tip. How a bout a pin stitch on linen. Do you wash the project again after back stitching?
Hi Karen,
thanks so much for watching, glad you found it helpful! 😊
I don't tend to do pin stitch with backstitch because it would be quite visible. I always start backstitch at the back of the project because I have existing stitches I can use to anchor the thread. This is completely a personal choice, no rights or wrongs here! If you wanted a pin stitch tutorial, we have a detailed how-to in a video called 4 ways to start a thread.
If the project was dirty, I would gently wash it in soapy water but I generally try not to wash projects after they've been backstitched. That's why I wash it in soapy water beforehand and after backstitch I would only lightly spray with water & quickly steam iron it to get rid of any hoop marks. That's just my general preference and I would readjust depending on what the individual project needs.
Hope this helps!
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
New to cross stitch...I keep counting wrong what type of magnifier do I need....
Hi Busy Bee, thanks for watching! There are may magnifiers on the market, you may want to check the Ottlight or Daylight company for a lamp with magnifying glass. You can also check on your local Amazon but I don't recommend buying anything that doesn't have excellent reviews.
If counting in general is an issue, I would recommend our video all about tips on not making counting mistakes here: ua-cam.com/video/F9Gcz-XBkY4/v-deo.html
Hope this helps!
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
Hello great video. Thank you. Could you link the pattern?
Hi Cynthia, thanks so much for watching, we're so glad you like the video! 😊
Sure, the link is below - it's currently showing as on 30% off promotion and is available for incredible £1.79!
Happy stitching 🌸
Marie
tidd.ly/3WxleWT