David shows how to begin a curved section of a design.
Using a thread as a "compass" is a clever way of making sure the stitches are laid properly to follow the arc of a leaf or a petal.
Length should vary, and holes should not be shared.
David explains some of the basics - needle placement, stitch length, and the importance of following the line of design. Unlike other stitches, it's important NOT to establish a repeating pattern for the viewer's eye to discern.
David suggests using an air-erasable marking pen for plotting design lines such as flowers.