Zig Zag Chain Stitch
Zig Zag Chain Stitch hand embroidery is a beautiful hand embroidery techniques that creates a decorative and textured pattern. It is a variation of the basic Chain stitch. We can use this hand embroidery stitch in various applications to add depth and visual interest to embroidery projects.
Applications
Zigzag Chain Embroidery Stitch can be used in a wide range of embroidery projects, such as:
- Outlines and borders: Use this hand embroidery stitch to outline shapes or create decorative borders on fabric.
- Filling areas: Zigzag Chain Stitches can fill shapes or spaces with textured patterns.
- Embellishments: This stitch can add decorative elements and details to embroidered designs.
- As a part of complex decorative borders.
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Learn how to embroider Zig Zag Chain Stitch
Follow the step-by-step tutorial with detailed photos below, and you will learn the Zig Zag Chain 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 Zig Zag Chain Stitch
Step-by-step hand embroidery tutorial
Instructions
1. Mark two parallel lines on your fabric.
2. Take the needle up on the second left mark and make a diagonal Chain Stitch with the loop touching the top line.
3. Make the second diagonal Chain Stitch. This time it is slanted to the left and is made downwards.
4. Continue making diagonal Chain Stitches, moving between marked lines, ensuring that each stitch is slanted in the opposite direction from the previous stitch. This will create the zigzag effect.
5. Repeat steps until you’ve completed your desired length or shape.
6. To end the stitch, secure the last loop with an anchoring stitch and secure the thread on the back.
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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