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Straight Stitch in Hand Embroidery Stitches Tutorial

Last Updated: July 20, 2019 By Fareeha Leave a Comment

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Straight Stitch has to be the most basic stitch in embroidery. It is a simple stitch that is made like a straight line.

straight stitch in hand embroidery

It is either made individually or in groups to form a pattern. If you know how to bring the needle in and out of the fabric, then you are good to make this straight stitch. It is the most simple and most basic of all stitches. This stitch can be called the foundation of the stitches.

In all probability, if you are new to embroidery or sewing, you will be taught to work this stitch. It is easy, simple and yet very important that no embroidery can do without. If you have already practiced the running stitch, then this stitch should be easy.

What you will need

  • Fabric
  • Embroidery hoop, 15cm (6″)
  • Tapestry needle
  • Embroidery thread

Step by Step photo process of how to work a straight stitch

straight stitch

  • First, start by bringing the needle up at point A.

working on the straight stitch

  • Then take it down at your desired distance at point B.

the straight stitch in hand embroidery

  • Pull down the thread. You have made a straight stitch from point A to Point B.
  • You can either knot the thread at the back and cut the thread or make as many straight stitches as you like.

How many strands of floss should I use making this stitch?

In basic embroidery patterns, you will need all 6 strands of floss to make the straight stitch. But if your design calls for finer details and to manage refined designs, you will need one strand. If you are making an outline for a pattern, you can start with 3 strands. I have used 3 strands in this tutorial.

What is a straight stitch used for?

  1. Most stitched begin by making a straight stitch. A series of detached straight stitches form a running stitch.
  2. If you are making ribbon embroidery, a single straight stitch will make excellent flower buds.
  3. You can use a straight stitch to create negative space. Work this stitch all-around a pattern that has been outlined with backstitch!
  4. You can also make flowers, outlines, alphabets with this stitch.

Watch the video tutorial below for easy understanding

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Tagged With: embroidery, embroidery stitches originally posted on: July 20, 2019 Last Updated: July 20, 2019 categoriesFiled Under: Basic Stitches, Embroidery

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