Work the flat side
- Trace the design in its finished direction when the working side will be the front.
- Use even insertion depths so the opposite loops remain consistent.
- Choose short steps for curves and longer regular steps for line texture.
- Keep the strand moving freely. A tight strand can pull back the previous stitch.
Mixing flat and looped areas
Mark which side will face out for each region before transfer. To add looped texture to a flat-face design, work that region from the opposite side. Keep a front-view paper copy beside you so letters stay readable.
Practise the transition in spare cloth and avoid packing two surfaces into the same small area.
Finish for a thin object
A bookmark or a small patch benefits from a low profile. Fold the foundation neatly and use a thin backing. Check the total finished thickness before choosing an object that will be folded or pressed inside a book.