Shisha embroidery – or mirror embroidery – is kind of addicting, you know?

You get started with the traditional shisha stitch, and before you know it, variation after variation presents itself – all of them lending to further adornment with more stitches – and the next thing you know, every time you turn around, you’re thinking of some other way to attach mirrors to fabric!

Today, let’s look at yet another variation of shisha embroidery. This one incorporates the cretan stitch over the foundation stitches, to create a spoked, sun-burst-like effect. It’s a fun variation, and it opens up all kinds of possibilities for adding decorative touches.