Double Seed stitch tutorial

Double Seed stitch is also called Isolated back stitch. You can arrange it on the fabric and space it similarly to Seed stitch. It consists of two back stitches worked side-by-side close together with no space between the two stitches, or worked in the same hole. You can work Double …

Seed Stitch Tutorial

Seed stitch is also known as seed filling, speckling, dot stitch, or rice stitch. It is one of the simplest stitches to work. You can create this stitch by scattering tiny straight stitches randomly over the surface of your fabric. Traditionally, you work the stitches with quite an even spacing, …

Four-Legged Knot Stitch Tutorial

Four-Legged Knot stitch is an isolated stitch which resembles an upright cross with a knot in the middle. If you work Four-Legged Knot stitch on a grid, you can build up patterns easily. The cross-like structure lends itself to patterned borders and bands.  For a less formal and less rigid effect, …

Feather and Chain stitch

Many stitches can be combined to create new stitches, and Feather and Chain stitch is an interesting instance of this. The stitch is a combination of chain and feather stitch. If you are a beginner, you will need to know both stitches. Follow the links if you need a refresher, …

Twisted Lattice Band

Twisted lattice band creates an attractive band of stitching, which you can use as a border, or, if you do crazy quilting, it is a stitch that creates a quick seam embellishment. You can also work Twisted lattice band row upon row to create an interesting filling. Work a row of …

Beaded Alternating Up and Down Buttonhole Stitch

Beaded Alternating Up and Down Buttonhole Stitch is a variation on Up and Down Buttonhole Stitch, which follows a curve well, so you work in circular patterns or, if worked in lines, makes a great border pattern too! With this stitch, the beading is done during the stitching process, not added …

Beaded Oyster Stitch

As a variety of Oyster Stitch, Beaded Oyster Stitch is quick and easy to work. Also, since oyster stitch is a member of the chain stitch family, it is very versatile. It will follow a curve well, and although it looks complex, it is not difficult to work. This stitch …