The upper left blue background is complete laying a single strand of super thin metalic cord couched with a single strand of silk. This delicate stitch creates texture while allowing the blue canvas to show through. I worked simultaneously with two threaded needles and 2 magnets; one parked while stitching with the other. There is a problem, unfortunately, and I would very much appreciate your opinions on this if you have the time.
The twisted two-ply antique gold cord (one very fine strand of black and one of gold) at some point became untwisted. In the larger photo on the right you can see where this happened about 1/3 down from the top of the photograph. I noticed this in the photograph however upon examining the actual stitching it is readily detectable as a shiny, more reflective strand of gold. Here is my delimma: do I attempt to remove the untwisted strand and replace it with a new, intact strand of cord? Or leave it as is? I would think in order to "keep the peace" with the surrounding couched rows I would have to clip the unwanted strand in the center, pull each end to their respective side and tack down. Then carefully slide my threaded needle under the couching with the new cord and then securing the ends. What do you think?
I've begun stitching the tee stitch using one strand of silk in the lighter blue background area behind the dragonfly. Continuing on my way hoping to hear from you in the meanwhile. Thanks for visiting today, it's only going to reach the 60's here which is cool even for Colorado in July. Sending you best wishes for a peaceful day.
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