Question (was: Comments on Dimensions Gold Pattern)

"vcardx" wrote .

In my experience Dimensions does print in multiple colours, so that you will have, as Jim described, a blue X for one colour, a green X for another. And they also use the same multiple colours for backstitch. On fairly uncomplicated charts, this isn't really a problem, but with large and complicated ones, where you have lots of backstitching crossing areas with lots of colour changes, it can be difficult to keep track of what is going on!.

Of course, as stitchers we vary considerably in our attitude to doing exactly as the chart says, and that influences the level of frustration when we can't make out what colour a stitch is supposed to be! Since I am fairly confident about deciding on a colour when I can't make out the chart, I only get frustrated for a little bit, and have enjoyed some Dimensions kits. I have a huge Gold Collection kit of a European coffee shop in my stash at the moment which promises to be very complicated, with lots of similar colours.

If you make a black and white working copy, you will find yourself referring to the original chart a great deal to sort things out.

Dawne

I too have used Dimensions Kits several times. Yes, sometimes they are frustrating, but I don't really mind that and generally either refer to the picture or just decide on my own whatever color I think will look best in that spot.

The end result is generally pleasing so why get aggravated over one stitch.

I even occasionally substitute something when using a perfect chart just because I decide that I prefer another color or another stitch or put in the backstitch, or take it out.

As Dawne said, attitude is an important thing when working with Dimensions.

Lucille

Thanks, Lucille and Dawne. Yes, I think the idea of making a b&w copy but having to refer back to original happened years ago with my first cross-stitch pattern (not Dimensions). I loved the way it turned out.

-vcardx

I stopped doing kits for the reasons others give - and I find charts that are sold separately more fun to work with - as you can choose your own fabric, and can change the colors if you so choose!

...and, since no one else gave the definition, S.E.X. stands for Stash Enhancing eXpedition (a shopping spree at your favorite supplier).

Thanks!

I usually make a copy of the pattern and mark off my stitches with a pencil. If it's a color master copy I will keep it nearby and refer to it as I stitch.

S.E.X. = Stash Enhancement eXperience.

HTH.

-- Laury Walkey (Miss) BC, Canada

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