I thought I'd include a picture to see what I'm up against. I'm using 3 strands and a 3 wrap knot. Standard I think?
I started out with a short needle to maximize the usable thread. My problem is pulling the needle through after the wrap. I can't grasp it securely. But I have the empty wall on the left to fill. Sigh
The best solution I've come up with so far is a rubber band wound alternately around my thump and forefinger. (switching when the blood supply seems compromised... What we do for Art??)
I DO intend to add beads but they were intended as accent, after the vines are in place.
This may take awhile (poor fingers)
MaryKatherine