Buttonhole stitch differs slightly from its cousin, blanket stitch, by having an extra twist that gives a more durable, defined edge to the stitch. It can be worked very close together to make actual buttonholes or to finish the raw edges of whitework and cutwork embroidery, or be spaced more widely over cloth for a more decorative effect.
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HSP2504 BOM Sunshine Lollipops PART 4
When working from right to left, bring the needle out in the centre of the stitch and take it up and […]
By Michelle Marvig The one consistent thing required for any type of patchwork or appliqué is the need to cut out […]
A great stand-alone stitch as well as a team player, woven cross stitch can be worked informally on any background or […]
Worked the same way by left-or right-handed stitchers, the double cast-on stitch is textural and versatile: it can be worked narrow, […]
A three-dimensional standing stitch, drizzle stitch is related to cast-on stitch, but is only anchored at the base. It can be […]
Mattress stitch is used to join knitting with an invisible seam. It is a specially adapted version of ladder stitch, which […]
