Featured on page 144 of Sue's Creative Stitching, Turkey Work (also known as Ghiordes Knot) has its roots in traditional Turkish carpet making and remains one of the most versatile stitches for adding texture to embroidery. Leave the loops intact or cut them for a shaggy or neatly trimmed finish, then use a Bunka Brush to gently tease apart the fibers for a beautifully soft, fluffy look. Perfect for flower centers, grassy fields, furry animals, and other dimensional details, this simple tool helps transform Turkey Work into something truly magical.
Inspiration
Depending on the thread you've used for your Turkey Work, the finished, fluffed up stitch will have its own unique look! Below are a few of our favorite threads to use with a Bunka Brush.
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