Tuscan tile
2nd part, arrowhead pattern
Below you will find the necessary explanations to make the second pattern, the arrowhead pattern.
In my remarks, I indicated to you that I wanted to avoid as much as possible the repetitive and therefore a little bit tiring aspect of the execution of this work.
So, I suggest you to embroider this design in two different ways. The background of one is embroidered using a simple weaving stitch and the background of the other is simply done in long and short stitch.
Not only does this choice allow for more diversity in the work, but the use of such different stitch structures will be reflected in the perception of the same color once the work is completed.
It is obvious that only one of the two variants can be used for this part of the project.
To make this design, I used House of Embroidery Verdon 87 and DMC 162, 3685, 3803, and 3354 threads.
Variant 1
To make this weaving, first lay the warp threads with 2 strands and at regular intervals.
Weave horizontally with 2 threads (over and under) for 2 rows, back and forth, then alternate the passage of the threads (under and over) for the next 2 rows. Fill in the entire pattern in this manner.
To make a ribbed spider web in the center of the design, place the threads as shown in the photo with 2 strands.
This photo shows two variations on how to make a ribbed spider web.
In variant A, the spider web is embroidered in a classic way using the 8 threads stretched throughout the work.
In variant B, I added extra threads in the outer part of the pattern and used them as soon as they are reached by the embroidery work.
Personally, I have a strong preference for variant B. It shows a more rounded and harmonious finish compared to variant A. It avoids the relatively large spaces between the branches of the pattern, giving the finished pattern an angular and unattractive appearance.
The center of the spider web is made using the 8 basic threads.
To finish the pattern, use the 16 available threads and change the color for the last row.
Fill in the empty area with a satin stitch and outline the design with a stem stitch with 2 threads.
Variant 2
As usual, outline the design in split backstitch with 1 thread.
Fill in the entire area with long and short stitch 1 thread. Prepare the center design by outlining it with split backstitch.
Generously pad the center with 3 threads…
…and cover the whole surface with a 1 thread satin stitch.
The center is now covered with a lattice stitch with 1 thread.
