B
LADDER STITCH
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The Ladder
stitch
is primarily
used
for drawn
thread
hemstitching.
It can also be used for sewing over thin tape in
an opposite or same color. Place the stitch in the center and a
special effect will be obtained for decoration.
Another
use for the ladder
stitch is couching
over narrow
ribbon, yarn or elastic.
For drawn thread work, choose a coarse linen type fabric and
after sewing draw the thread out within the ladder for an open
airy appearance.
PIN STITCH
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The Pin stitch is a traditional
stitch pattern used for picot-like
edges and for applique work.
BLANKET
STITCH
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The Blanket stitch is traditionally
a hand sewn stitch used to
put bindings on blankets. This multi-purpose
stitch can also be
used for couching,
applique,
drawn thread hemstitching
and
creating fringe.
SLANT PIN STITCH
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Excellent
for hemstitching
projects
like table linens.
Picot-
like stitch can also be made on sheer materials.
Sew along
the raw edge of fabric
and trim close to the outside
of the
stitching.
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