Reverse chain stitch is also known as Broad chain stitch.
I really like this version of chain stitch because I find compared to regular chain stitch I can it create a neater line using reverse chain.
Reverse chain can be worked on even-weave or plain fabrics and creates a bold line. A thread which has a firm twist will hold the shape of the line created by the stitches better than a soft thread. My recommendation is to use a cotton perle.
How to work Reverse chain stitch
Start by working a single detached chain stitch.
Turn your work so you have an upside down detached chain stitch
Bring the needle out of the fabric, further along the line below the detached chain. Leave enough space for one chain stitch. The distance between the base of the chain stitch and where your thread emerges will be the length of the stitch.
Slide the needle under the chain stitch but not through the fabric and take the needle back down through the fabric where it came out.
Repeat this along the line. When stitching don’t pull too tight and you will get a good shape to each chained loop.
Here are Right handed Video instructions for Reverse chain stitch
Left handed Video instructions for Reverse chain stitch
I hope you enjoy exploring Reverse chain stitch.
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