J’aime le chain stitch
I wrote the title in french because “I love chain stitch” is comparatively dull. But it’s true, I do. And none of the other stitches can compare — at the moment anyway. I am sure it’s like first love and when I learn the next stitch I will be equally crushing on that one. But for now it’s chain stitch. We had a hot date last night with my new embroidery and tonight I look forward to cuddling up on the couch with it again.
Responses
29th February 2008 at 9:58 am
This looks so sweet. You’ve inspired me to try chain stitch asap. Nice break from the split!
29th February 2008 at 10:53 am
Now I want to go embroider something. Hi. I’ve never said that though I’ve been lurking about for sometime. I’m so happy that you’re back.
29th February 2008 at 11:46 am
It looks lovely. I’m looking forward to seeing the finished product.
29th February 2008 at 12:18 pm
moi aussi j’adore le chain stitch ;o)
but my favorite to do is the “french knot”…tricky but lovely…well…difficult to use for an entire embroidery ;o)
29th February 2008 at 12:21 pm
Gorgeous stitchery Claire. Chain stitch is a goodie but stem is still my favourite.
29th February 2008 at 1:59 pm
Oh stitcheroo, Miss Loobylu! Nice work! You are crafting up a lovely storm over there! There are some really fantastic HOW TO stitching videos on YOU TUBE too – which are perfect for people like me who have to turn themselves upside down to understand diagrams!
1st March 2008 at 1:10 am
I don’t know if it’s just me but I can’t see the title at all 
1st March 2008 at 1:56 am
Cute! I’m a big fan of le split stitch, only I do mine like a back stitch, poking the needle down into the previous stitch instead of coming up through it. The stitches sit up on top of the linen all nice and tidy. I’ve noticed embroidery seems to be gaining traction in the online crafting world lately.
1st March 2008 at 2:27 am
Oh, I too j’adore the chain stitch. I love doing it in swirls. so healthy for the soul!
1st March 2008 at 2:38 am
So nice! Repetitive stitch work sounds soothing to this mama’s frazzled mind.
1st March 2008 at 5:21 am
Welcome back to blogging Claire! I love to embroider too, it’s like drawing – but sloooow! 
take care!
1st March 2008 at 9:06 am
Claire, you are back!!! I just clicked over, just to check you know… and you are here! I am so glad, happy stitching!
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3rd March 2008 at 4:02 am
Love this post! I’ve had many hot dates with my embroidery lately (I even two-timed a bit with quilting, too)…
I need to practice chain stitching—I’m not very good at that one…
3rd March 2008 at 5:36 am
I’m liking embroidery. I like that I can do it on the couch with a drink (though things can go a little wonky if too much goes down) – feels very cosy but also productive.
And all those threads and colours – so pretty.
3rd March 2008 at 6:26 pm
You’re back — I just typed in your url and wanted to read your old archives to soothe my nerves, and found instead that you’re back (which is far better, of course)! Yay!
P/S: Please stay!
3rd March 2008 at 10:28 pm
Thanks for the link and the inspiration. Wish I was in Melbourne to attend the classes at Meet Me At Mikes .But I think I can give it a go with your tutorial. Very nice to have you back x
4th March 2008 at 6:43 am
Hmm, my chain stitching never quite looks this neat. I’ll have to keep practicing.
4th March 2008 at 6:43 am
I am so, so glad you’re back. I checked back periodically and always had to hold myself back from leaving a weepy “Come back to us!” comment.
Your blog has meant so much to me and my life. I’m sure that seems silly to you, but it’s true. You’ve opened windows and doors for me. Someday I will be ready to start my own blog, hehe.
4th March 2008 at 6:44 am
I am so pleased to see your return. I certainly missed your entertaining blogs and pictures. Welcome back Loobylu!
4th March 2008 at 6:48 am
Oops! I typed the wrong email address in my earlier comment.
4th March 2008 at 9:01 am
Hi, I too am really glad your back, even though I’ve just found your blog! Wonderful images.. I cant wait to read more x
4th March 2008 at 9:20 am
so glad to see you are back. Your blog was the first one I ever came across while searching for pictures of toy cats one day. I got very excited about the cool cute crafts, books from Japanese amazon, all sorts of goodies and great links. I had no idea blogs could be so interesting it prompted me to pull my finger out and do my own. Thanks
4th March 2008 at 2:00 pm
I can’t see the title either….? But I do love chain stitch!
4th March 2008 at 7:44 pm
Mmm gorgeous stitching. I must get wriggle on and finish my brown owls stitching. Thanks for the motivation.
6th March 2008 at 5:50 am
waow !
great surprise to see you’re back !
i love the drawing you’re stitching !
in french, the name for this point is ‘ point de chaînette’ and i love it too !
i also love the ‘ette’ at ‘point de chainette’ ! 
6th March 2008 at 4:32 pm
Oh, I like this, very sweet.
Thank you for menthion my blog on march links.
15th March 2008 at 8:23 pm
Yes, I have a crush on chain stitch too … shall we fight over him? No seriously … Its my stitch of choice … especially on wool hand knits … with wool yarn. I’ve been neglecting him of late … must re-ignite the flame, so to speak.
29th February 2008 at 9:55 am
ah, chain stitch. chain stitch is my friend. Actually, I cannot wait to curl up with some myself this weekend.
Have a lovely one, Claire!