Day 163: Jagged Diagonal Bargello Line Design

For a sharp and jagged Bargello needlepoint line design, consider this pattern found on pp. 44-45 in Florentine Embroidery by Barbara Muller.

For best results, the 6-4 step Bargello pattern requires meticulous counting when working the bottom edge to ensure that the sharp points are carried throughout. If the points are not stitched the Bargello design will not be well-defined.

I used Silk n’ Ivory and Needlepoint Silk by Alyce Schroth to work the design.

Interesting Tidbit: Florentine Embroidery

If you are left-handed, try working this Bargello design from the top left to the bottom right; or reverse the slope in the opposite direction.

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