A Quick Guide to Knowing How Many Strands of Embroidery Floss to Use in Projects

A Quick Guide to Knowing How Many Strands of Embroidery Floss to Use in Projects | Slow Stitching

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Embroidery Floss typically has 6 strands loosely twisted together to produce the thread we purchase in a skein. Did you know that you can "strip" the floss to create 6 individual strands? Each of these strands can be used on their own, or together, or, in any combination. The result produces a lot of versatility in creating stitched pieces, particularly slow stitching and embroidery, because you can achieve different results. One strand will produce a light and airy effect, where as 6 strands produces a chunkier result. But, there are different factors to consider when choosing how many strands to use.
1. Ultimately, USE as many or as few as YOU like. There is no wrong number.
Results will vary and you should choose what you like. (I prefer using 6 strands the majority of the time for a thick and bulky result. I just love that texture.)
2. Consider the weight of the fabric you are stitching on. A heavier weight fabric, generally, can handle more strands, as opposed to a thin fabric, that may buckle with the sam number of strands. Quick rule of thumb - heavier fabric = more strands of floss, lighter weight fabric = fewer strands.
3. Consider the stitches you are making: Outline stitches, blanket stitches tend to use more strands. Fewer strands result in a smoother color blend, and a more elegant piece. Below is a quick guide, specific to the stitch.
1-2 strands - BackStitch, Long & Short Stitch, Satin Stitch.
2 strands - Cross Stitch
3-6 strands - Knots (French, Colonial)
6 strands - Blanket Stitch, Woven Rose
-Split stitch requires the use of an "even" number of strands (2, 4, or 6)
-To outline an object, use more strands than you use to fill in the shape.
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@charlottecampbell417 14 күн бұрын

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!

@DanielaMellen 13 күн бұрын

You are so welcome!

@Kitsune1989 5 ай бұрын

You can also change the number of threads within your piece for texture or technique, for those beginners who don't know. For instance one my timewasting pieces that im working on (for when i need a break from all the detailed commissioned stuff) is a simple bird on a branch. Certainly a common enough theme. I'm using 1 strand satin stitch for the bird itself, two strand satin for some light detailing in shading for the feathers to give illusion of depth where there is none and for the eye so it doesn't get lost on this to scale bird all done in the same stitch. Some one strand french knots for some of the spotting around the eye (that kind of looks like freckles on a person in the referance im using) because it breaks up the flatness of satin stitch without making it look like random lumps either. I'm using a mix between 6 strands to form the underneath/base and then three strands to form the weave of the picot to give that bark like texture of the main branch. Thinning that down to the more delicate branches before switching to a satin stitch for the really delicate twigs and that. Again, lowering the threads means as the branches get thinner they will sit closer to the fabric im embroidering on giving an illusion of depth and movement. Im using a mix of fewer strands for the leaves in front (1 strand), closer to the viewer and for those leaves hidden farther back (2 strand for the mid-view and 3 strand for the very back leaves) im using a slightly larger aount of strands to give the illusion of things being closer being in more focus and those behind being less detailed. To the naked eye unless you are actually examining the piece it wont appear any different but it does get picked up subconsciously anyway. Giving again, the illusion of depth and motion where there is none. Its going to be part of a larger piece wall hanging eventually. Hopefully this time people won't walk into the wall thinking they're going outside. It's my year piece where i work on a piece of it everyday for a year to keep motivated and to deal with the frustration and boredom of commissioned work. There are only so many embroidered hems and pockets one can do before going insane. Bigger pieces cost more and take more time so the dont get commissioned as often. Plus commissioned work means doing it to the customer's vision which can be frustrating when the customerhas no idea what goes into some of this or how time consuming a seemingly simple request can be.

@DanielaMellen 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the explanation of this very detailed technique. It sounds intricate and precious.

@peachypussy Жыл бұрын

Omg thank you for the step by step instructions that a lot of beginner videos don't say, like what is using strands and how long the strands should be

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! I'm glad it was helpful!

@robinmansions 17 күн бұрын

Right?! I’ve never seen anyone explain the strands before and I’ve watched a ton of videos

@apple6ification Ай бұрын

Very helpful tutorial, thankyou! 🧵✨

@DanielaMellen Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful.

@seanewt7947 3 ай бұрын

This isn't the easiest topic to find a video on so I really appreciate your well-made video!! ♥️

@DanielaMellen 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

@imeldadevega2390 Жыл бұрын

This one of the most helpful videos for embroidery. Explained with sooo much patience and details! Perfect for starters like me! Most people forget to teach the basic basics because sometimes we forget to teach since we “already know them” but not for people like me! :) Also, thank you for that chart you showed. I am going to start and make one for myself. Brilliant ideas!! Thank you soooo much!

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Imelda. I find it helpful, as a reference tool, too.

@craftygrandma56 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining this, makes perfect sense!! Mom taught me how to embroider when I was about 7or 8 and I remember her telling me to use 2 or 3 strands depending on the design which was usually a flower or on the type of stitch ie a french knot 3 or 4 strands; when we were running low on a color and the project was nearing the end, we used less strands to finish the project! LOL!! Another way of figuring it out!!! Love the idea of tapping the top of the thread vs holding one end between your teeth and pulling the strands apart!!! Not elegant or hygienic but it got the job done!!! TFS!!

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Great way to make the specific color threads last to finish that project! Such a good tip to learn from your mom! A lot of seamstresses used their mouth, to moisten thread, etc. :) Thanks for sharing!

@bridgettscott7883 2 ай бұрын

Than you for you tip 😊❤

@DanielaMellen 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@philipmeadows1674 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, you answered so many of my questions in a clear manner. Glad I found your video.

@DanielaMellen 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lindawebb8671 Жыл бұрын

Daniella thank you so much for doing this. As a beginner sometimes I just don’t know. This really helps me in figuring it out. I have learned so much from you. Keep those tips coming . Have a blessed day!👍😄

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you for your kind words.

@pennyflowers8027 Жыл бұрын

Experts were beginners once. If you try to only compare your work to your past work, not to other people's stuff you'll keep your enthusiasm and never lose motivation to do more, is my advice, and you seem to be on the right track xxx Happy stitching

@lyndabaillargeon4955 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting thank you Daniella!

@loririvera5747 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for all these tips!!!

@DanielaMellen 11 ай бұрын

Glad they are helpful.

@phyllisj73 7 ай бұрын

This video is very helpful. Tyfs 😊

@DanielaMellen 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jenhofmann Жыл бұрын

This is so helpful and thorough. Thank you very much!

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@majellamaas3996 Жыл бұрын

Great thread review! When I took a cross stitch class in the early 1980's, my instructor stressed the importance of separating the six DMC strands. Now with slow stitching, I still do it out of habit. I didn't know about the "tap and pull up" technique. I have always peeled the strands down, as in stripping a banana. I will try your method today. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and inspiration. 😊😊😊

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comments! I need to get in the habit, like you, of stripping my threads!

@majellamaas3996 Жыл бұрын

@@DanielaMellen it's a rather mindless, but somehow satisfying detail.😊😊😊

@randyl1567 10 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! Where did you find those cute wooden thread holders?

@DanielaMellen 10 күн бұрын

Thanks. I found them on etsy. Here is a shop that sells similar ones etsy.me/4cbICRI

@Liz-ji3eh 8 ай бұрын

Very helpful, thank you!!

@DanielaMellen 8 ай бұрын

So glad!

@MadameX420 Жыл бұрын

I’m a new subscriber Love your content and your teaching method

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! And thansk for your kind comment!

@pennyflowers8027 Жыл бұрын

I only separate and rejoin for satin stitch, where it makes a real difference. Thanks for this video.

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@atwoodwoman Жыл бұрын

Daniella, what a great video. Thank you so much. I’ve been using bees wax to condition my thread. It takes out the “bumps” from the thread wrapped on the bobbin. How do you feel about thread conditioners?

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I use beeswax on my threads, too. I find them very helpful, especially on certain threads. I find that some floss tends to be more "cottony or dry" (compared to the satiny finish) and the beeswax helps keep it from tangling. I have also used Thread Magic and love it too.

@dominiquevega6856 7 ай бұрын

If you knot the end of your string it doubles. Does that mean you use two strands for 4 in a pattern when knotting the end before stitching?

@DanielaMellen 7 ай бұрын

Yes!

@debraoconnor4340 5 ай бұрын

This is my question too. For a pattern that calls for one strand, do we only knot one of the tails of the floss when it’s been threaded through the needle ?

@DanielaMellen Ай бұрын

Yes, just knot one of the tails.

@odetotheoldsouls9835 6 ай бұрын

How many strands would you recommend to work on a wool beret?

@DanielaMellen 6 ай бұрын

Depending on what you are stitching, I would probably use 3-4 strands.

@odetotheoldsouls9835 6 ай бұрын

@@DanielaMellen thank you so much ❤️

@lisalashes47 Жыл бұрын

Hi Daniela, im a real beginner with cross stitch and the size of my material is; 40-50 129×173 there was no instructions regarding the amount of strands per square. Pls help. Thanks x

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Hi. Typically, cross stitch uses 2 strands. This can vary by project, but without instructions, I would use 2 strands of floss. Good luck.

@lisalashes47 Жыл бұрын

@@DanielaMellen Awesome, thanks for getting back to me as i have it all in front of me ready to go! X

@lisalashes47 Жыл бұрын

@Daniela Mellen Hi again. Can I ask that when ive finished the whole thing, do i soak it in hot or cold water, and for how long. Thanks again. 😊

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

@@lisalashes47 Gently swish your piece in lukewarm water, then soak for 15 min or so.

@SuperMellow21 7 ай бұрын

How do you rejoin the individual threads please?

@DanielaMellen 7 ай бұрын

Take as many threads, as you would like to rejoin and hold one end (of all the threads) between two fingers. With the other hand, gently pull the threads taut. You may have to guide the threads, gently pulling them together, as if you were brushing long hair. Then, hold the ends together and thread through a needle, as you normally would. Knot the end (if needed) and it should work well. You may have to smooth the threads, just to make sure they aren't tangled, but they will soon act as one thread.

@SuperMellow21 7 ай бұрын

@@DanielaMellen Thank you! I have never been interested in sewing before but I am loving your videos and may even try to do these pretty little things myself. It appeals to me very much as an art form. Very much appreciate your clear explanations. Best regards :)

@leslieh4899 Жыл бұрын

There is no clear shot of your chart as the next video appears and covers the bottom left

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

Thank you for letting me know, I will try to remedy that later and I’ll get back to you.

@DanielaMellen Жыл бұрын

I removed the "Next Video Screen". Thank you for pointing this out.

@Marny5580 Күн бұрын

There is also a correct way the floss is made. If used the wrong direction, it can show as a bit fuzzy vs the correct direction of use is smoother. For me, doing that means that after a while, I can't remember which direction is the correct one.

@DanielaMellen 21 сағат бұрын

Interesting. I'll have to look into that.