You’ve learned the basics in the ‘Learn to Stitch’: Embroidery 101 pattern, now let’s build on it! This guide will teach you more advanced stitches. Get ready to dive into a whole new world of slow-stitching with impressive results!
Difficulty: For advanced beginners
Embroidery 201 - PDF
*Optional, but highly recommended
- (1) 4” and (1) 6” Embroidery Hoop
- Thread (we recommend DMC brand or Sulky Petites 12wt thread)
- Embroidery scissors
- Hand-needles
- Fabric (quilting cotton solids or linen/linen blends)
- Marking tool (disappearing ink fabric marker)
- Stabilizers*
- Needle Threader*
- Needle Minders*
Outlining Stitches:
- Threaded Running
- Whipped Running
- Whipped Backstitch
- Double Threaded Backstitch
Fill & Decorative Stitches:
- Couching
- Chevron
- Turkey
- Looped Blanket Stitch
- Herringbone
- Buttonhole Wheel
- Danish Knot
- Bullion Rose