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POINT EPINE SIMPLE [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-08-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Trimming and Embroidery
DEF

An embroidery stitch that is worked over Tramé when adapted for canvas work; this stitch covers the surface well with bumpy ridges. It is best for small areas, special effects, and small stripes; it's also good in two colors.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Passementerie et broderie
CONT

Il s'exécute de haut en bas, sur un tracé double. Le fil, maintenu vers le bas sous le pouce gauche, est toujours lancé vers le côté où l'aiguille va être piquée. Ce point d'ornement, surtout utilisé dans la layette et pour les robes d'enfant, prend un aspect différent, selon qu'il est travaillé à points droits ou obliques.

OBS

point d'épine: Générique englobant le «point d'épine simple» et le «point d'épine double».

Spanish

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