Stitch of the Week List
11. Stitch of the Week - Double Feather
The double feather stitch differs from the basic feather stitch in that it is worked in staggering groups of three stitches.Three u-shaped stitches are worked diagonally to the left, followed by three worked to the right.
The result is a wide, airy decorative stitch that can be worked along a straight line as a band.The lacy effect is dramatic when worked as a border a few inches from the hem of table linens or sheets and pillowcases.More »
12. Stitch of the Week - Upright Cross
The upright cross stitch differs from traditional cross stitch in that the two parts of stitch are worked vertically and horizontally, rather than diagonally.
This stitch looks really nice worked in bands as shown here, or it can be used as an engineered or random filling stitch. It can also be worked individually as an accent stitch.
Upright cross stitch can be worked in counted thread projects by stitching over 2 or more fibers in the embroidery fabric, or in a surface embroidery project by pre-marking the location of each stitch on the fabric before working the design. This stitch is also used as a tie-down stitch for the diagonal laid filling and other laid stitches.More »
13. Stitch of the Week - Counted Straight
The counted straight stitch is a simple embroidery stitch created using a straight, long stitch individually or arranged in patterns. This stitch is worked in counted thread embroidery, with a similarly named stitch used for surface embroidery called a basic straight stitch. In counted embroidery the stitch is worked similarly tosatin stitch, covering a designated number of threads in the embroidery fabric.
By working a stright stitch over the counted threads, patterned stitches of bands and rows can be made in the shape of bars, zig zags, hearts, leaves and flowers or other motifs.More »
14. Stitch of the Week - Double Chevron
Learn to work the double chevron stitch.This stitch is worked in two passes using a standard Chevron stitch, with the second pass weaving under and over the threads worked in the first pass.
This stitch makes a pretty band or border on an embroidery project, and can be worked in a single color or two colors.More »
15. Stitch of the Week - Open Cretan Stitch
The open cretan stitch is similar to feather stitch, as it uses interlocking curved stitches, but is made using stitches that are vertical along the upper and lower edges.
It can be used to outline shapes, as a border, or to join two pieces of material together using a decorative, open lacy stitch.
Learn to work both the stitch both ways. It's easy to work and is a great addition to your stitch repertoire.More »
16. Stitch of the Week - Chinese Cross Stitch
Looking for an unusual stitch for a border or band? Learn to work the Chinese cross stitch.
Unlike standard cross stitch, which is worked diagonally, Chinese Cross Stitch is worked using a single horizontal and two vertical vertical straight stitches (groups of three).
It makes a pretty border or edging on a project, and can be worked in a single row, or multiple rows. In the example shown here, I've worked it in a double row (upper band) and single, basic row (lower band) so you can see how the pattern of the stitch changes when worked in multiple rows.More »
17. Stitch of the Week - Twisted Chain Stitch
The twisted chain stitch is worked similarly to a standard row of chain stitch, with the exception of the second insertion point of the needle being outside the previous stitch.
This motion produces a textured, twisted stitch than can be used along straight lines and curves or to outline shapes.
When used singly, a stitch resembles a small fish.Add a French knot eye and you have an easy element to use in an ocean or beach-themed project, perfect for summer stitching.More »
18. Stitch of the Week - Feathered Chain Stitch
If you're looking for a highly-textured surface embroidery stitch that can be used as a wide band in your next hand embroidery project, I recommend trying the feathered chain stitch.
This stitch utilizes detached chain stitches arranged in a zig-zag pattern, as if working the feather stitch. The combination forms a textured, hybridized stitch.More »
19. Stitch of the Week - Cable Chain Stitch
The cable chain stitch is a decorative members of the chain stitch family of surface embroidery stitches.
Because it resembles a linked chain like you would find in a heavy cable or jewelry, it can be used to imitate chains on projects, such as the chain on a ship's anchor, a necklace on a figure, or the chains holding up a swing.
Work the cable chain in a straight line, as shown here, or work a zigzag version to add interest to any embroidery project.More »
20. Stitch of the Week - Long Armed Cross Stitch
The long-armed cross stitch, sometimes referred to as an elongated cross stitch, can be used in bands and rows, or two outline or frame a section of a design in counted thread embroidery projects. The stitch is worked nearly identically to a standard cross stitch, with the exception that the second leg of the stitch is elongated.
When worked in rows, the stitches cross each other and resemble a braided or plaited band.More »
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