The letters lend themselves, better than any we know, to being executed in Soutache D.M.C.
The sewing on of the braid is done with very small running stitches and the interlacing with a tapestry needle, into which the braid is threaded; both operations are shown in figs. [877] and [880]. The embroidery of the connecting bars, and the small leaves and tendrils that complete the letter are explained in fig. [881], whilst fig. [882] represents the letter A in its finished state.
Fig. 878. Alphabet in soutache. Letters A to N.
Fig. 879. Alphabet in soutache. Letters O to Z.
For sewing on the braid, a fine soft material is the best, such as Soie de coton D.M.C[A] and for embroidering the small accessories, Coton à broder D.M.C No. 50[A].
Fig. 880. Letter M of the alphabet in soutache. Mode of sewing on the soutache.