Starting Your First Tatreez Project
As a beginner, planning a Tatreez project can feel daunting, especially when you're unsure about where to start. From selecting the right materials to understanding the essential techniques, the world of Tatreez can seem complex.
We have crafted a series of comprehensive guides to steer you through your Tatreez project.
Click on the following guides to begin your project!
A selection of texts that provide insight into the world of Tatreez, offering a foundation for your design.
Step 1:
Tools you need, depending on the type of project. Explore fabric, needles, and thread options.
Step 2:
Explore suggested grid designers and traditional colors. Calculate design borders.
Step 3:
Secure your borders before you even begin stitching.
Step 4:
Learn the basics of cross-stitching and half-stitching.
Bonus: Follow along this step by step guide to create the Tatreez motif the Moon of Bethlehem (Qamar Beit Lahem)
Step 5:
Remove the waste canvas to reveal your masterpiece.
