April Showers Embroidery Pattern - stitching tips and tricks

Stitches used in this kit

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Backstitch

how to do a backstitch diagram

Bring needle UP at 1. Insert needle DOWN at 2 making a stitch backwards along the line to meet last stitch. Come UP at 3 a stitch length away from 1. Continue along line.

Single Chain Stitch

embroidery single or detached chain stitch diagram

Bring needle UP at 1. Insert needle DOWN at 2 through same hole as 1. In the same motion, come UP at 3. Loop floss under the needle and pull needle through the loop. Make a tiny stitch over loop, securing loop in place (4).

French Knot Stitch

embroidery french knot stitch diagram

 

Bring needle UP at 1. Point needle away from fabric. Wrap floss around the needle twice. Now point the needle towards fabric and insert needle point at 2, a few fabric threads from 1. Pull floss snug against needle and fabric. Slowly pull needle DOWN to back of fabric until knot is secure.

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Springtime, april showers, mini icons including a sunshine, birds, flowers, etc.

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