♟️ Checkmate Stitches: Your Next Move in Wool Embroidery

Are you an embroiderer looking to graduate from cotton floss to the rich texture of crewel wool? “Checkmate Stitches” is the perfect project to introduce you to the warmth of Appleton wool and 11 highly textured, less common embroidery stitches.

This design is specifically made for Intermediate embroiderers who have never tried wool or more advanced stitches, or for those with little experience looking to learn new, valuable techniques.

🌟 What You Will Master (11 New Stitches):

This project is a fantastic skill builder, allowing you to practice and perfect eleven essential crewelwork techniques:

• Trellis
• Long & Short
• Brick Stitch
• Padded Satin
• Raised Stem Band
• Bullion Knot
• Block Shading
• Burden Stitch
• Raised Chain Band
• Van Dyke Stitch
• Stem Stitch

📦 The Complete Kit Contains:

• Fabric:  25×25 cm piece of high-quality BIO cotton twill.
• Hoop: A sturdy 20cm (8-inch) embroidery hoop.
• Threads: Authentic Appleton crewel wool in the color required for the design.
• Needles: Two high-quality John James crewel needles.
• Bonus Booklet: A comprehensive, reusable booklet featuring instructions for ALL crewel stitches—not just the ones used in this kit! Use this guide for all your future wool projects.