Various needlework techniques allow not only creating original things, but also embodying imagination, combining real craftsmanship and taste in simple materials. Cross-stitch and stitch embroidery belongs to the graphic type.
This technique became popular in ancient times, when magical power and protection lurked in every cross. Vishivanok patterns were passed down from generation to generation, so that they serve as a talisman for posterity.
Simple symbolism
Floral motifs not only decorate, making the picture or thing bright and interesting, but also hide the secret meaning. Peonies, roses and poppies attract love into the house and are a good charm for unmarried girls. These flowers symbolize good luck in your personal life and generous offspring.
Vishivanka poppies can be found for every taste. Although in most cases a color palette is indicated there, needlewomen are advised to choose the threads, looking at the samples. This will help create a real masterpiece.
For symbolism to come to life, take effect, it is necessary to adhere to grandmother's advice.
- Start work on the growing moon.
- In the process, imagine a loved one and think about a happy future.
- In no case do not sit down at the embroidery in a bad mood.
If you follow simple instructions, the vishivanka scheme will take effect. After a while, love will knock on the door. We must believe and wait.
Materials for work
Although a comprehensive selection is important in the process, the quality and durability of the work depend on the type of material. If you buy inexpensive threads, loose fabric or embroider with bad needles, the crosses will be sloppy, and the work itself will simply fade over time. To prevent this from happening, you need to select only high-quality elements.
- Thread floss. Sometimes they embroider with wool, but this visually makes the details coarse and sloppy. It is better to embroider with cotton threads or silk, if it is about smoothness.
- The cloth. The canvas should be strong and moderately stiff, then the crosses will be even and neat.
- The scheme of vishivanka. The final result depends on it, the more details on the diagram, the more beautiful the thing will turn out.
When buying materials, it is better to make a small supply with threads so that you do not have to buy in the process. Before starting work, the fabric must be overlaid so that the edges of the canvas do not crumble.
Application options
Embroidery can be both artistic (examples are paintings made using the technique of the cross and tapestry stitch), and applied (figurative elements on different things that are used every day). Both in the first and in the second case, a lot of strength, patience and perseverance is required to transfer the pattern to the fabric.
Now more and more popular are patterns on sweaters, blouses, bags, household items. Vishivanka patterns can vary in level of complexity, but even a novice craftswoman can easily recreate any motive, having basic skills in creating stitches.