Learning to do these 11 simple stitches properly is the only hard work embroidery requires. Just like driving a car, once you master them, they become second nature. In this section you will find information that forms the backbone of all the embroidery. Stitching techniques and methods have developed over the centuries and have resulted in an extensive library of stitch variations, but all of these variations rely on your ability to produce the following ten little gems.

Many traditional techniques, centre on the use of just one basic stitch. Learn how to work these stitches properly and mastering the variations will prove to be a very simple matter.

The "Perfect" Stitch

Historically, the principal difference between good n bad embroidery was defined by the art of creating a perfectly neat, even stitch.

once you have learned to do these stitches properly, you will be able to use them properly, you will be able to use them appropriately and with ease in any piece of work, freestyle or traditional. you can then look at the more advance variations and choose your stitch with full knowledge of their potential within the composition you wish to create.

Hints and Tips

When practicing the stitches in this section, it is important to understand the qualities that will help to make each stitch regular.

Herringbone stitch, backstitch, blanket stitch and running stitch for these stitches, success relies on even spacing between each stitch and in uniform sizing of each element within the stitch.