Different Types of Hand Embroidery Stitches
Running Stitch
The running stitch is mostly used to create an outline to an embroidery design. It is a kind of stitch that can be used for sewing almost anything from clothing, to garments, to embroidery.
Back Stitch
The back stitch is a thin-line stitch that is commonly used in outlining a design to be filled with satin stitch. It is also used if you want to add fine detail to your work design.
Split Stitch
The split stitch looks like a mini chain stitch when done continuously. It’s great to use in outlining designs like floral stems.
Stem Stitch
A stem stitch is beginner friendly and known to be one of the easiest. This can also be used in creating an outline of most embroidery stitches. It’s ideal to use for curved or straight lines.
Satin Stitch
It is an easy stitch that is used in covering certain designs like a leaf which leaves a smooth, satin-like appearance. Some embroiderers create an outline of the design first using straight stitches to make sure that the satin stitches will be contained within its parameters. It is also known as the damask stitch.
French Knot Stitch
This stitch is used in creating fine details such as the eyes in a design pattern. Although this stitch is not popularly used, you can use this to fill the center of flowers or round shape designs.
Chain Stitch
A stitch that forms a chain-like pattern after a series of looped stitches. This stitch is used for straight or curved lines.
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