Split back stitch embroidery

The split stitch is a lovely outline stitch. It's raised a bit from the surface of the fabric, and it has a lovely, almost-braided look to it. It also forms a more continuous line - unlike the backstitch where you can see the individual stitches. Here's how to split stitch. See how easy it is?

How to split back stitch and how is it different from split stitch and back stitch?

How to split back stitch and how is it different from split stitch and back stitch?

Split back stitch, although typically used to follow lines and curves, can also be used to fill in all sorts of shapes in hand embroidery. I like using this technique to fill in a space when I'm looking for a more textural feel to my work. I also find that it's a bit more forgiving than something like satin stitch, meaning that my "mistakes" are both easier to fix and harder to notice on a final product. On the blog, you'll find step-by-step instructions for this technique!

Learn how to embroider the split back stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial.

This stitch looks similar to the split stitch, but flatter on the fabric. The technique followed is like the back stitch. This stitch is ideal for making outlines or even for laborious fillings. You need to know the back stitch to be able to do...

Yesterday, we talked a little bit about the split stitch, discussing the direction from which the stitch is split: do you split up into the stitch or down into the stitch? Yesterday’s article was specifically about the difference in the look of the stitch from the front, when stitching up or stitching down into the ...

Hand embroidery split stitch is made by splitting the previous stitch from below, and a split backstitch is split from above. Visually, a split stitch has more volume and texture and looks thicker and sturdier. While split back stitch lies flatter on the fabric. Watch a video tutorial and learn all the differences between split stitch and split backstitch!

Split stitch is by far one of my most used stitches, it’s always there, visible or not. Learn how to stitch this versatile embroidery stitch.

The Split stitch is a perfect choice for any pattern that involves outlining. Dense lines of this stitch are used like filling stitch. Split stitch can be made in two different ways - as normal split stitch and as a back split stitch. I prefer a classical split stitch as it uses up less thread. Watch a video tutorial and learn how to fill in areas and make angles with split stitch. #embroidery #diy #crafts

A split backstitch is a variation of the backstitch and looks very similar to a split stitch. It is easy to embroider straight lines and curves with Split backstitch. For this reason, use it for Outlines, Lettering and Simple borders.

Split back stitch, although typically used to follow lines and curves, can also be used to fill in all sorts of shapes in hand embroidery. This simple and fun technique allows for so much flexibility, provides a unique texture to your finished work, and is one of my very favorite alternatives to satin stitch. In this beginner friendly tutorial, I've provided instruction in written, photo, and video format for how to use split back stitch to fill in all sorts of shapes in hand embroidery.

Iva Sušec on Instagram: “With Split-back Stitch it's easy to achieve clean and tidy lines. So I prefer Split-back Stitch for outlining. ✂ Happy stitching! ✂ Follow…”

I think split stitch looks like a mini chain stitch. They are stitched differently and split stitch can be used as a foundation for other parts of your embroidery, so it's a good stitch to learn. Click for tutorials and tips on both stitches.

Split Stitch a very old stitch used for outlining and filling in colors for patterns. Looking back into history, the Split stitch has its popularity placed at a high during the medieval ages in England. The needlework of this times was called...

Stitching with normal threads and needle. 🪡 On an embroidery hoop.

Chain stitch is a simple hand embroidery technique typically used to follow lines and curves (though it can also be used to fill in a space, much like split back stitch). There are two ways to do chain stitch; the "right" version is whichever version works best for you. On my blog, you'll find a beginner-friendly tutorial for both ways to chain stitch in hand embroidery, with instructions in written, photo, and (longer) video format.

Anyone can learn to embroider! This tutorial teaches you the fundamentals with four basic embroidery stitches - running, back, split & stem.

Split stitch is a very handy and versatile stitch. Check out my tutorial for a step by step tutorial at https://polkadotsnblooms.com/how-to-split-stitch/ #splitstitch #handembroiderytutorials