I discovered Siennese Stitch in A-Z of Embroidery Stitches 2 and I think it is a variety of loop stitch. Worked alone, if you turn your work, this stitch looks a bit like the letter K but worked closely between two lines it can be a good border. When worked row upon …
Spanish Feather Stitch Spanish Feather Stitch is also listed in stitch dictionaries as Spanish knotted feather stitch or twisted zigzag chain stitch. It’s an interesting stitch for some; a challenging stitch for others. It creates a wide, ornamental line that can look like a braid, particularly if you use a …
There are two varieties of Raised Chain stitch you can find a tutorial for the other version here. Raised Chain Version 2 creates a raised flat surface that looks like knitting! I found this version of Raised chain stitch in the A-Z of Embroidery Stitches Volume 2 How to work Raised …
Raise Chain Stitch version 1 Raised Chain Stitch version 1 is one of two versions and this tutorial is the first version. The other version is listed here. Both create a raised but flat band that adds texture to a piece. They make a great edge to your work too! …
Chained cross stitch which makes good heavy border or braid like line. The key difference with this variation of cross stitch is that each stitch must be completed before moving on to the next. In some ways it is similar to woven cross stitch. It is possible to alternate the two …
Cloud Filling stitch, at first looks like a ho-hum filler but if you add it to your skillset I am sure you will find it to be amazingly useful. This stitch is simple, quick and easy to work, (I have taught it to children). Cloud Filling stitch is adaptable for …
Woven Cross Stitch is also known as cross stitch flower and Interwoven Cross Stitch. No matter the name, Woven Cross Stitch very addictive. It is also one of those stitches that looks a bit ho hum until you work a sample and then you realise how much potential it has. The stitch look …
