Blanket Stitch is a versatile stitch that is not only used in embroidery but also in sewing and quilting. It is generally used to stitch the edge of the blankets. Hence, the name is derived from it as the blanket stitch.
I will be posting more variations of this blanket stitch in the coming days. Blanket stitch is often confused with the buttonhole stitch. But there is a difference between the two. You will notice that blanket stitch is less sturdy than the buttonhole stitch and tailors generally prefer using the buttonhole stitch than this one to secure the edges.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED?
- Any fabric.
- Embroidery hoop, 15cm (6″) (Bigger if you are working on a larger design)
- Tapestry needle
- Embroidery thread (I have used the pearl cotton floss for this tutorial)
How many strands of floss do you need for making the blanket stitch?
Since I have used the pearl cotton floss, I have taken double floss for it. But if you take general embroidery floss for the pattern, then you can begin with 2 strands of floss and increase the number of strands according to your design requirement.
Step by Step pictorial process of working the blanket stitch
1. Start by inserting the needle from below the fabric at point A. Insert it back at desired length at point B.
2. Without pushing down the needle, bring the needle up at point C that is beside point A. Notice that the thread should be under the needle. Bring the thread up.
3. Again, insert at point D and bring up at point E. Bring the needle up.
4. Keep working in similar fashion till the end of your patter and finally bring the needle down at point 1. Secure the end from the back and cut the floss.
You can see below how I have incorporated the satin stitch into a pattern. You can learn the other stitches in the pattern by visiting the following links: split back stitch, satin stitch.
TIPS FOR WORKING THE blanket stitch
- It can be worked either from left to right or the other way around.
- You can alternate the length of the stitches by making one short and one long to create a beautiful effect.
WHAT IS THIS STITCH USED FOR?
- Generally, this stitch is used to secure the edges of a blanket or quilt.
- In embroidery, this stitch can be used to make beautiful flowers.
- This stitch can also be used to fill any design like the one shown above.
Check out the video tutorial below
So until next time,
Keep Stitching,
Fareeha
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