Laced Herringbone Stitch
The Laced Herringbone Stitch is a decorative variation of the basic Herringbone Stitch. This decorative band is created by lacing the Herringbone Stitch with an additional thread upwards and downwards through the foundation stitches. Usually, a thread of a contrasting color is used for lacing.
Other names of the stitch
This hand embroidery technique has alternative names, such as Barred Witch stitch, German Interlacing stitch, or Fancy Herringbone stitch.
Applications of the Laced Herringbone Stitch
Laced Herringbone Stitch is a simple yet very decorative hand embroidery technique. To spice up the pattern, instead of contrasting color thread, you can add shiny metallic thread, a narrow ribbon, or fluffy wool yarn for lacing.
This embroidery stitch looks great as a decorative border or a bold outline. It can also become a playful filling if many rows of stitches are placed one above another. This technique is often used to embellish clothes, household textiles, and crazy quilting, too.
More stitches from the Herringbone Stitch family
- Closed Herringbone Stitch
- Otomi Stitch
- Double Colored Herringbone Stitch
Learn how to embroider Laced Herringbone Stitch
Follow the step-by-step tutorial with detailed photos below, and you will learn the Laced Herringbone Stitch quickly. If you are a visual learner, watch a video lesson in the tutorial or on the Practical Embroidery YouTube channel to learn this hand embroidery stitch faster.
How to embroider Laced Herringbone Stitch
Step-by-step hand embroidery tutorial
Instructions
1. Mark two parallel lines and make a diagonal stitch to form the Herringbone stitch.
2. Make a short stitch back and add one more diagonal stitch that crosses the first one. You will find a detailed step-by-step embroidery guide on the Herringbone Stitch page.
3. When an entire row of Herringbone stitch is done, take the needle to the back side and secure the thread.
4. Change the thread. Take the needle to the surface at the same bottom left starting point. Pass the needle under the first diagonal stitch.
5. Pass the lacing thread over the intersection and under the next diagonal stitch.
6. Pass the lacing thread over the intersection and under the next diagonal stitch.
7. Continue along until you have laced all the Herringbone stitches. Push the needle down through the fabric and secure the thread on the back.
Laced Herringbone Stitch Video Tutorial
Tools and materials I used for this sampler
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What’s next?
If you’re in the mood to explore more hand embroidery stitches, check out the Stitches and Techniques page for the list of other fantastic stitches available on my blog. From timeless classics to modern twists, a whole world of stitches is waiting for you to explore and master. So, grab your hoop and needle, and let’s stitch our way to creative bliss!
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