A Stitch in Time: Rhodes Stitch

The Rhodes stitch is a highly textured member of the cross-stitch family. Its appearance is a distinctive geometric shape, including the original square and rectangle and later the circle, diamond, heart, oval, and partial patterns of these shapes.

This PDF includes more on this stitch, along with step-by-step illustrations.

About Deanna Hall West: Deanna Hall West has been active in the needlework publishing business for more than 40 years as an editor, designer, author, researcher, teacher, and stitcher. She is recognized for her knowledge and writings about antique needlework accessories, samplers, and individual embroidery stitches.

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