Beginner Question

[btotten]

So, I am getting ready to get started on my first project. I downloaded the pattern, I looked on the website on how to do the various stitches and I am just about ready to get started. There is one problem, how do I know what stitches to use? When to use what stitches or what not. Am I missing something?

[kittykill]

That's completely up to you. I mainly use a split stitch. Just thread that needle and go! 

[lilusa]

I like using backstitch. Though recently i've started to use stem stitch for curvy lines.  Really it is whatever stitch you like.

[btotten]

Thanks for your replies. I just had remembered my mom having little marks on her patterns telling her what stitches to use, so I was confused.
But I just went to it. And here you have it my first attempt....
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/showphoto.php?photo=501621&ppuser=282555Not perfect, but I did it.

[lilusa]

that looks great!! awesome job.

[lukecrafts]

I think it looks really good - the type of stitch you use isn't that important really.