TAST 31: Algerian Eye Stars

Algerian Eye Stitch seemed very intimidating at first. How can I ever create such a neat lines?! Answer naturally is to use a ruler, which I did, and create a square pattern on your cloth.

My squares weren’t entirely even but there’s still uniformity in the stitches. I used steel shade variegated thread in this.

Wow! Even if I say so myself. There’s something very sexy in this geometric, rigid pattern. I think this would easily translate into fashion.

Yes, I like this very much. After so many stitches that felt like a chore or too abstract or whatever, this pattern was very refreshing to stitch. I definitely recommend this one too, just make a use of your ruler and tracing pen. I don’t see this one working in a free form stitching too well.

Next in line is Cast On Stitch and it’s still in the works. So far I haven’t been able to make sense of the instructions but I’ll get there. Eventually. Hopefully.

Here is the list of my other samplers. Till next time!

19 thoughts on “TAST 31: Algerian Eye Stars”

Julie August 23, 2012 at 01:34

Very pretty and your photo presentation really shows the stitch off beautifully!

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NiinaMaria Post authorAugust 23, 2012 at 10:58

Thanks Julie! You know, I try.

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1. Julie August 23, 2012 at 17:51
  
  And you succeed!

Kira Nichols August 21, 2012 at 21:45

I have been in awe of your “take a stitch” posts… They’re so…gorgeous! Each one! totally inspiring.

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NiinaMaria Post authorAugust 21, 2012 at 21:56

Wow. Kira! You are too sweet!

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Faith August 20, 2012 at 00:55

Very lovely! I did freeform, but on counted fabric, which I suppose un-frees it a bit. I love how you’ve done all the stitches as separate samplers.

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NiinaMaria Post authorAugust 20, 2012 at 20:55

Thanks Faith! I suppose using counted fabric is sort of semi-freeform but it’s the end-result that counts! I decided to do
separate samplers for the stitches because I would never have been able to create harmonious mixed (?) samplers. Kudos for those
who can but it’s not something for me. Also crazy quilts drive me crazy.

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Tom August 19, 2012 at 13:12

All I know about stiching is that I did it as a young boy and sometimes my skin needs to be stitched. But I see that the stars don’t have all the same size. Is that intended? Perhaps this is the “sexy” aspect, because true geometry like in Islamic art is more or too rigid.

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NiinaMaria Post authorAugust 19, 2012 at 15:10

The slight change in size was semi-intended. I wasn’t too precise when drawing the square pattern and after I’d stitched few stars, I realised I liked the variation. I agree on the true geometry being too rigid to be sexy.

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Maureen August 19, 2012 at 00:18

Your sampler is lovely. It is a good filling stitch. I hope you try the Cast-ons as they are very easy to do.

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NiinaMaria Post authorAugust 19, 2012 at 01:46

Thanks Maureen! I’ve decided to spend my Sunday tackling Cast-on. Although I hope it won’t take all day. Dammit, I’m going catch up before next stitch is posted.

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