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Cross stitch

Worked on even-weave fabric using a tapestry needle. Bring the thread up at the lower right hand side and take it […]

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Detached blanket stitch

This stitch is formed in the same way as buttonhole stitch but is worked into itself rather than the foundation fabric. […]

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Detached chain (lazy daisy) stitch

Bring the thread to the front at A and then take it back as close as possible to A, resurfacing at […]

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Cording stitch

Bring the thread up at A, take the needle back through the same point and bring it up at B, ensuring […]

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Ceylon stitch

Work a series of long straight stitches horizontally across the top edge of the shape to be embroidered, from A to […]

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Chain stitch

Bring the thread up at A, take the needle back through the same point and bring it up at B, ensuring […]

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Closed buttonhole stitch

A variation of buttonhole stitch, closed buttonhole stitch is worked in multiple rows often to create a patterned border. Bring the […]

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Braided chain stitch

Work a detached chain (lazy daisy) stitch with a long tail. Bring the needle out at A, slide it under the […]

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Brazilian stem stitch

Brazilian stem stitch is very similar to stem stitch, except the thread is always held above the line of sewing. This […]

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Brick stitch

Starting at the centre of the shape to be filled, work a row of closely spaced, even-sized straight stitches as shown […]

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Algerian eye stitch

Bring your thread to the front of your work at A, ensuring it is two fabric threads below the centre. Take […]

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Stitch Guide

Homespun’s stitch guide illustrates all the embroidery and construction stitches used for all projects with diagrams and clear instructions. Download it […]

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Foxy and Waddles

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