Three basic mesh ground types and when to use each

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I’ll tell it the way my grandmother told it to me: no jargon when it isn’t needed. Today, Three basic mesh ground types and when to use each.

Speed comes with practice. Not before. Right first, then fast If you fancy, I’ll leave Intermediate fish motif.

If you make a mistake, undo. Period. Don’t push on ‘to see if it sorts itself out’. It never does.

What you will need

You’ll need this, nothing more, nothing less:

  • Pillow with test pricking.
  • Medium thread.
  • 12 bobbin pairs.

How I do it, step by step

Don’t skip any. Everything links in this craft:

  1. Torchon: two simple crosses forming a rhombus.
  2. Round: staggered crosses with double twist.
  3. Diamond: angular structure with zigzag workers.

Where it gets sticky

These are the stumbles I see most often:

  • Confusing torchon with round when starting.
  • Not keeping tempo between rows.

Variations

When you have it under control, try these:

  • Combine two grounds in one piece to create contrast.

Nearby

Nothing more for today. The folks at Encaixe have courses and materials; whenever you fancy going in-person, they’ll treat you well.

#grounds #mesh #torchon

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