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​This complex pattern is made up of alternate rows of tall and short rectangles, each crossed with a diagonal stitch.  It is a fairly dense pattern and works well in architectural shapes.

Diagonal weave (pattern) is generously sponsored by Christine Durbin

Method

1

Work a diagonal stitch over two vertical and four horizonal threads, top right to bottom left.

2

Bring your needle up in the original hole, and work three sides of a box around the diagonal stitch in a combination of straight and back stitches.

3

Repeat working from left to right to complete the row.

4

Work the next row from right to left: this time the diagonal and vertical stitches should be twice the height, so over eight threads.

5

Continue to work alternate rows over four and eight threads.

Diagonal weave (pattern)

Structure of stitch

Embroidery Techniques

Identifying Diagonal weave (pattern)

​A blackwork stitch of blocked zig-zag stitches of alternate long and short zig-zag rows.

References

  • Various Authors, The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery (2018) , p.145
  • Becky Hogg, RSN Essential Stitch Guides: Blackwork (2010) , p.55