Embroidery

Chain stitch, which is one of the most frequently used embroidery stitches, is a loop stitch; It is also known by names like Tambour stitch and Point de chainette. This simple stitch is used for outlining as well as for filling. You can use this stitch as a base to create other stitch styles in … Read more

What is a Stem Stitch? Stem stitch is a basic hand sewing/embroidery stitch known by names like Crewel stitch, stalk stitch, and South Kensington stitch.  It is a great outline stitch that can be used to sew outlines of all embroidery designs, for sewing stems in your floral designs, and also works in outlining very tight … Read more

Outline stitch, also known as Thread-up stem stitch, is very similar to stem stitch. If you know how to work a stem stitch, you can easily do the outline stitch. This is used (obviously) to give an outline to embroidery designs; In fact, a perfect outlining stitch. Checkout instructions for other outline stitches like Back stitch … Read more

Sashiko embroidery uses small running stitches to make beautiful designs that are simple and timeless in style. The word Sashiko means ‘little stabs.’ The origin of Sashiko has been traced back to 17th-century Japan. Japanese museums have Sashiko collections from the 19th century. The elegant Sashiko embroidery is the perfect way to embellish your clothes. … Read more

Kantha embroidery involves stitching running stitches all over the design. Folk motifs, floral motifs, animal and bird figures and geometrical figures are the most used designs. I love it – it is the best embroidery for me – a lazy embroiderer who wants stunning work done in less amount of time. I do not mean about those … Read more