Blanket Scallops Stitch is a simple stitch which can be used for making any pattern. It has a padded look which gives it a good look to it. You will have to know the blanket stitch to work on this stitch.
What you will need?
- Any fabric.
- Embroidery hoop, 15cm (6″) (Bigger if you are working on a larger design) ( You can purchase a set of 6 hoops from Amazon for your basic needs.)
- Tapestry needle
- Embroidery thread (You can buy this pack of 36 shades of the DMC embroidery floss.)
How many strands of floss do you need for making the Blanket Scallops Stitch?
You can use all 6 strands of the floss. But if you are working on a finer design, then start with 2 strands of floss and increase the number of strands according to your design. I have used all 6 strands for making this stitch.
Step by Step Pictorial Process of making the Blanket Scallops Stitch
1. Draw the shape of scallop and work back stitch on the outline of it.
2. Then fill it with chain stitch.
3. Finally, work with the blanket stitch.
Tips for working the Blanket Scallops Stitch
- Knowing the blanket stitch will help to work this stitch easily.
- You can also fill it with running stitch.
What is this stitch used for?
- This stitch can be used as a filling for any embroidery design.
- This stitch gives a raised effect, hence it could be used in a variety of patterns.
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More stitches:
- Maidenhair stitch
- Wheatear Stitch
- Fern Stitch
- Cast On Stitch
- Basque Stitch
- Long and Short Stitch
- Trellis Stitch
- Closed Feather Stitch
- satin stitch
- back stitch
Check out the video tutorial below
So until next time,
Keep Stitching,
Fareeha
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