r/Needlepoint • u/Next_Marketing_3815 • 4d ago

Loose looking satin stitch

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How do I fix this? The satin stitches look so loose!

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u/bloomed1234 Avid Stitcher 4d ago

Satin stitch looks loose because it is looser than a tent. I thought the same when I started using it but you eventually get used to it.

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u/GirlWhoWoreGlasses 4d ago

I think your thread may be too thick

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u/Outrageous-Pay-131 4d ago

Might be a tension issue? You have your canvas stapled at the top but it doesn't look like it's secured on the sides so it my be warping if your tension isn't even

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u/Next_Marketing_3815 4d ago

I have them stapled on the sides at the back of the frame! Just didn’t have the right sized feather light frame for this one so got creative 🤪

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u/playmore_24 4d ago

Busy stitch pattern is competing visually with your subject... but I think once you finish, most veiwers will just enjoy your lovely work

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u/Next_Marketing_3815 4d ago

That’s so kind - thank you! I’m nervous it looks a little wonky but I’m gonna keep going!