r/Needlepoint • u/florida_orange-gal • 1d ago

Help Fix Leaf stitch gone wrong?

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Is my leaf stitch supposed to have the gaps in it? Specifically the ones under the top two leaves. I’m following the stitches to go guide and feel like I’ve done it correctly, but my mom (also a needlepointer) was sending me some examples where there aren’t any gaps.

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u/bloomed1234 Avid Stitcher 1d ago

Your diagram does, so you’re doing that one correctly. The one I followed had them in the same hole.

Edit: I followed this one: https://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/leaf-stitch.html

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u/No_Manufacturer_144 1d ago

Yes, you’ll notice in the stitch diagram that there is a canvas thread between the trio drawn

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u/tripping_right_now 1d ago

Your stitches look correct as well as lovely! The ‘gaps’ will be extra visible because of the white canvas giving the illusion of larger gaps. 

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u/TailorLate5687 1d ago

I think it looks gorgeous and would not rip out!!!

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u/catdogbirddogcat 1d ago

You could always tell yourself that the gaps in the pattern are where the caterpillar had a little nibble :)

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u/swagmasterfourtwenty 1d ago

Off topic, but what thread did you use for his head? I love it

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u/florida_orange-gal 1d ago

It’s threadworx 1097, I love it!