Sun Wheel Stitch

Sun Wheel hand embroidery stitch is a decorative variation of the Blanket stitch. Blanket stitches are embroidered in the circle, creating a round shape with rays that imitate the form of the Sun. It is similar to the Buttonhole Wheel stitch, but the Blanket stitches are mirrored.

Applications Of The Sun Wheel Stitch

This hand embroidery stitch is very decorative and is often used in surface embroidery to depict flowers. Besides that, it is an excellent stitch for mending. It can cover minor stains or holes in the garments and decorate them simultaneously.

Sun Wheel Stitch embroidery with pearl cotton thread

Sun Wheel Stitch embroidery with pearl cotton thread rear side — Rear side of the sampler

More Variations Of The Blanket Stitch

Learn how to embroider Sun Wheel Stitch

Follow the step-by-step tutorial with detailed photos below, and you will learn the Sun Wheel 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.

Sun Wheel Stitch embroidery with pearl cotton small image

How to embroider Sun Wheel Stitch

Step-by-step hand embroidery tutorial

Instructions

1. Mark a rounded shape with a round center.

2. Embroider Blanket stitches with the legs facing outwards.

3. Keep the distance between the stitches equal.

4. When all the form is filled, anchor the last stitch to the first one and close the round.

Video tutorial

Tools and materials I used for this sampler

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Embroidery fabric cotton linen neutral colors Etsy — Embroidery fabric

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!