Basic Hand Embroidery Stitches

By American Quilter's Society
Sep 3, 2024

Ready to add a touch of whimsy to your wool appliqué project? Whether you're participating in the AQS Creativity Challenge or just looking to refine your embroidery skills, these hand embroidery tutorials from WonderFil Specialty Threads are the perfect way to get started. Dive into these simple and fun techniques, and watch your creativity come alive, one stitch at a time!

Watch as Stephanie Ngai from WonderFil shows you how to make hand embroidery Running and Seed stitches:

Running Stitch: The running stitch is a simple yet versatile technique that can be used for outlining shapes or adding detail.

Seed Stitch: For a delightful sprinkle of texture across your fabric, the seed stitch is just what you need. This tutorial will teach you how to scatter these tiny, individual stitches, creating a lovely, textured effect that adds depth and interest to any appliqué design.

Now let's learn how to make Chain Stitches and Lazy Daisy stitches:

Chain Stitch: The chain stitch is perfect for adding bold, decorative lines to your project. This stitch is great for outlining a shape or adding a border.

Lazy Daisy: If you want to bring flowers into your appliqué, the lazy daisy stitch is a great option for adding a beautiful floral touch to your project.

Finally, try the Back and Stem stitches:

Backstitch: Looking to add bold, clean lines to your project? The backstitch is your go-to technique. This stitch is fabulous for creating defined outlines or adding text to your appliqué.

Stem Stitch: Perfect for creating smooth, curving lines, the stem stitch is a must-learn technique. This video will walk you through the steps to achieve perfect, rope-like stitches that are ideal for outlining and adding dimension.

You can use these stitches and more for your AQS Creativity Challenge: My Dream _________ Cabana (You Fill in the Fun!) wool applique! You can learn more about the challenge here.

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