Contour stitch embroidery

In this easy step by step embroidery tutorial you will learn how to do stem stitch and outline stitch and what the difference between stem stitch and outline stitch is. These stitches can be used for curved lines, contours and fonts.

Also known as: Crewel Stitch, Stalk Stitch, Point de Cable As the name suggests, this stitch is used to mark outlines in an embroidery pattern. It is a flexible stitch that can follow easy curves. In looks and procedure, it is only subtly, but...

Also known as: Crewel Stitch, Stalk Stitch, Point de Cable As the name suggests, this stitch is used to mark outlines in an embroidery pattern. It is a flexible stitch that can follow easy curves. In looks and procedure, it is only subtly, but...

Stem stitch is so versatile, I often think of it as my 'if in doubt' stitch. Follow this tutorial and tips for perfect stitching every time.

A complete tutorial for using Outline Stitch including variations on the stitch and a FREE downloadable pattern to practice your new skill!

Learn how to do a straight stitch by watching my video tutorial. This is, by far, one of the easiest embroidery stitches to learn. It's a great stitch for making straight lines. Download my free stitch guide pattern so you can learn all of the stitches you need to recreate my designs.

Fern Stitch Hand Embroidery is formed from three straight stitches. It looks excellent in straight and curved lines.

This beginner's embroidery stem stitch vs outline stitch tutorial will show you how to stitch them, complete with photos & video.

The Utlimate Guide to Long and Short stitch

Watch the stem stitch video tutorial and learn how to embroider this easy embroidery outline stitch. Happy stitching, friends!

How To Start And Finish Your Embroidery Thread -

Couching Stitch Hand Embroidery Video Tutorial: Learn this indispensable embroidery stitch in modern surface embroidery.

how to chain stitch - video tutorial

I listed some best hand embroidery stitches for outlines. There are many choices of hand embroidery stitches for the outlines - just choose!

Satin stitch is often one of the first stitches people learn. Which made me think it's an easy stitch, but I've found it tricky to master. Here are my tips.

French knots can be a bit tricky. Leading to a love or hate feeling. A couple of good tips will make sure you fall into the love camp!