Pistil Stitch Video tutorial

YouTube player — A Pistil stitch is a knot with a tail or a straight stitch with a knot at the end – as you wish to see it. This hand embroidery technique comes from the knot stitch family and is executed very similarly to a French Knot.

Learn how to embroider Pistil Stitch

Looking for the step-by-step tutorial with detailed photos?

You will find it and more information about the Pistil Stitch and it’s applications on the Pistil Stitch page.

Pistil stitch front side — Pistil stitch embroidery in a row and in circle

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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 together!

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Pistil Stitch hand embroidery video tutorial