A comprehensive illustrated glossary of cross stitch, embroidery and needlework. Clear definitions and working diagrams. Includes cross stitch, embroidery, tapestry, blackwork, and goldwork.
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Jacobean Couching | A counted thread stitch  This is an easily worked decorative stitch best worked in a square area. Lay the threads to be couched diagonally across the fabric at intervals first all in one direction and then all in the other diagonal, weaving over and under the first set to help them stay in place. Then couch down the threads with a small upright cross stitch over each intersection as shown in the diagram. If a curved area needs to be worked, draw a square and count the diagonals off the straight edge. Similarly if counting around an object count across it carefully to be sure that you keep the diagonals in line with each other. |
| See also Couching, Upright cross stitch | |
Jacquard stitch | A counted thread stitch.  This is normally worked in two colours. Starting at lower right work six diagonal stitches upwards across two intersections, then work five to the left also across two intersections. Continue zigzagging in this way. The second row is worked in tent stitch following the previous row exactly. |
| See also Tent stitch | |
Jacquard stitch variation | A counted thread stitch. This is worked as shown in the diagram with alternate rows of diagonal stitches over four and two intersections. |
Japanese Darning Stitch | A free embroidery stitch  Work the horizontal rows first, then connect those with the diagonal stitches. |
Japanese Gold | A thick metallic thread made by wrapping gold around a yellow base thread. Since metallic threads are prone to unravel it is best to use a needle threader so that the end of the thread is disturbed less. |
Jazlyn | An evenweave cotton fabric 112 threads to 10 cms, 28 count |
Jennifer | An evenweave cotton fabric 56 threads to 10 cms, 14 count |
Jubilee | An evenweave cotton fabric 112 threads to 10 cms, 28 count |
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