By Lindee Goodall

Column Stitch

Formed by closely placed zigzag stitches. Often used to form borders. Stitches typically same length. Also known as steil stitch. See satin stitch.

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Embroidery Tip

  • Don’t figure-8 rubber bands around thread spools to prevent thread raveling. The pressure can damage and soften the thread for several layers, causing thread breaks when the thread is used. Rubber bands can also tarnish some metallic threads.

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