Here's a list of information on how I needlepointed my Goose Stocking. This was such a fun stitch, and I believe that's why I finished it so quickly! Included is a list of exact threads and stitches I used, along with approx. finished dimensions. I hope this guide can bring on inspiration as you prepare your next project. Happy stitching!
THREADS
Silk & Ivory
123 (x4), 127, 129, 160, 162, 169, 170, 176
Bella Lusso
000
Fyre Works
F2, FT42 (use laying tool or finger for ribbons)
Fuzzy Stuff
FZ15 (double up for 13 mesh, gently scratch/brush after stitching to bring out the fluff)
DMC Stranded
310 (used 6 strands)
Seed Beads
Size 11 White Pearl (stitched with invisible thread using the loop start and cross stitch methods)
SPECS
Canvas Size
13 Mesh
Approx. 21x14"
Needles
Size 20 tapestry needle, beading needle
Opening
7"
Top to Toe
10"
Top to Toe
16.5"
Time to Paint & Stitch
~ 3 weeks (though may take longer for beginners)
Stitched 2 extra rows around the edges for finishing
Stitched on a 16" scroll
ADDITIONAL INFO
This pattern (and many others) calls for DMC 543 as the background color. However, I chose to stitch in a slightly more pink tone. The DMC Stranded dupe for this is 819!
STITCHES USED
1. Satin Stitch (main flowers and border flower leaves)
2. Cross Stitch (name, bows, gold stars, blue specks in snowflakes and centers of border flowers)
3. Basketweave (background colors only)
4. Continental (green lines, leaves and stems)
5. Diagonal Mosaic (geese - going in the direction they're facing)
6. French Knot (border flowers and some main flower tips)
7. Seed Beads (snowflakes, snow dots and centers of stars)
8. Jessica (some of the main middle flowers to compliment satin stitches)
