Open Work

Learn Turkish cluster open-work from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Complex technique combining threading patterns with loop-stitches for exotic effects.

Learn double-rowed cluster open-work from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates sophisticated patterns by grouping three clusters together.

Learn clustered open-work from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates decorative knotted effects by winding threads around grouped fabric threads.

Learn open-work with three threads drawn through from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates sophisticated layered effects with dimensional bands.

Learn open-work with two threads drawn through from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates elegant decorative bands with threaded elements.

Learn single three-rowed open-work from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates impressive lace-like effects with sophisticated interlacing techniques.

Learn Madeira work from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework by Thérèse de Dillmont. Master this distinctive Portuguese openwork featuring raised eyelet holes and delicate cutwork patterns.

Learn shaded eyelet holes (half overcast) from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework by Thérèse de Dillmont. Create subtle dimensional effects with partial overcast shading.

Learn button-holed shaded eyelet holes from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework by Thérèse de Dillmont. Create sophisticated eyelets with dimensional shading effects using varied buttonhole stitching.

Learn overcast eyelet holes from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework by Thérèse de Dillmont. Create simple, clean holes with smooth overcast stitching for functional and decorative use.