Smiley Heart Embroidery Pattern - stitching tips and tricks

Stitches used in this kit

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Chain Stitch

embroidery chain stitch diagram

 

Bring needle UP at 1. Insert needle DOWN at 2 through same hold as 1. In the same motion, come UP at 3. Loop floss under needle and pull needle through the loop. Continue along line. To end a row, make a tiny stitch over loop, securing it 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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