Tutorials to learn hand embroidery stitches
The heavy chain stitch is an embroidery stitch that is in the chain stitch family. It is thicker than a regular chain stitch. This stitch looks great borders, outlines, and anything that you want to look braided. It is very similar in appearance to the Hungarian braided chain stitch. Both of these stitches are worked …
Flowers are by far, one of the most popular things to embroider. And rightfully so! There are so many different embroidery stitches for flowers that lend themselves well to the shapes and silhouettes of them. In this post, I’m sharing 16 different embroidery stitches with some examples of how you can use these stitches to …
The fly stitch, also known as an open loop stitch, is a very versatile stitch that creates a V or a Y shape. A single fly stitch can be worked to resemble the shape of a flying bird, worked in a horizontal row to create decorative borders, or stacked on stop of one another to …
The blanket stitch can be used in embroidery for decorative borders or to finish the edges of fabric. It is a relatively easy stitch to learn and really fun to do. Blanket Stitch Tutorial Come up at A. Grab the fabric at B and C with the needle over the working thread. Pull through, and …
Scroll stitch is a great little embroidery stitch to add something extra to a border. Come up at A and make a loop with your thread. Grab the fabric through the loop at B and C and gently pull the thread so a little knot forms. Don’t pull too tight though or you’ll pucker the …
The bullion knot is a raised embroidery stitch that is great when you want to add a more 3-dimensional feel to your embroidery. It is great to use for things like roses and flower buds. Come up through the fabric at A and grab the fabric with your needle at B and C. Twist the …
The split stitch is a type of embroidery outline stitch that forms a thin line. It is great for outlining shapes and letters and is super simple to do! Split Stitch Step By Step Make one straight stitch at A. Go up through the center of the stitch you just made at B. Skip ahead …