SUPER Basic Split Stitch

Intro: SUPER Basic Split Stitch

Using the simple split stitch, it is easy to create a sampler.

Warning: Both the scissors and needle are sharp and should not to be used by children.

Materials:

- Embroidery hoop

- Embroidery thread

- Needle

- Pencil

- Scissors

STEP 1:

Use a pencil to lightly draw the desired shape onto the piece of fabric.

STEP 2:

Insert fabric into hoop.

STEP 3:

Thread needle with a foot and a half long thread.

STEP 4:

Pull until thread length is equal on both ends.

STEP 5:

Knot the thread twice.

STEP 6:

Following the desired design, insert the needle vertically at the bottom of the hoop and pull up until tight.

STEP 7:

Insert the needle downwards and pull down, continuing to follow the desired shape.

STEP 8:

Using the tip of the needle as a guide, find the middle of the previous stitch and pull up.

STEP 9:

Follow step 7.

STEP 10:

Follow step 6.

STEP 11:

Continue this process until the design is complete.

STEP 12:

Knot the string as close as possible to the fabric on the back of the fabric (the side not going to be displayed).

STEP 13:

Snip off excess thread.

STEP 14:

Lightly erase pencil markings, if any remain.

Comments

[Swansong]

I'd like to learn to embroider, it looks fun :)