Research

Viking Whipcord

History, techniques, and instruction on viking whipcord.  Includes the seven different patterns for a four-strand braid.

Bayeux Stitch

History, techniques and instruction on laid-and-couched work, also known as Bayeux Stitch.

Discussion of the stitch's evolution in other cultures, most notably Egypt and Iceland.

Beaded Embroidery

History and techniques of beaded embroidery.

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Crossed Stitches

History, techniques, and instruction on six different crossed stitches, including three different herringbone variants.

Brick Stitch

History, techniques, and instruction on brick stitch.  Includes extensive examples of extant pieces and their patterns.

Viking Embroidery Stitches

History, techniques, and instruction on several different Viking Stitches.  Includes instruction on how to make and embellish a Viking pouch.