[Video Explanation] How to do satin stitch embroidery to fill in areas - including long, short, and straight stitches -

From the basic stitches of embroidery, this time we'll introduce stitches used to fill in areas. We'll cover the most common "satin stitch" and "long and short stitch," as well as how to roughly fill in areas with the "straight stitch." Be sure to check out the tips for neat stitching shared by an embroidery artist.

Materials and tools needed

Basically, all you need to get started is embroidery thread and a fabric needle.

Embroidery thread

This time, I'm using standard size 25 embroidery thread.

·cloth

Applying fusible interfacing to thin fabrics makes them easier to embroider.

Embroidery needle

Since they are often labeled as "for ◯ strands," use a French embroidery needle of the appropriate thickness for the number of strands of thread.

Embroidery hoop

By stretching the fabric taut, it becomes easier to adjust the tension of the thread and you won't need to use unnecessary force, so please be sure to prepare it.

Chalk pencil

・ Scissors

・Adhesive core

etc.

How to do embroidery to fill an area

Let's learn the basic stitches for filling in areas.

◇ How to do satin stitch

Pay attention to the angle of the first stitch.

Thread the thread across the entire design, filling in any gaps with stitches. The angle of the first stitch will make a difference in the final result.

◇Satin stitch explained in a video

◇ How to do the long and short stitch

As the name suggests, you insert and embed the needles by varying the length of the stitches.

Stitch from the outside of the design, alternating between long and short stitches, and from the second row onwards, stitch so that they slightly overlap with the previous row.

◇Long and short stitches explained in a video

◇ How to do a straight stitch

Even a simple straight stitch, which involves stitching a single line, can be repeated to fill in an area.

Stitch straight stitches randomly to fill in the stitches evenly and balanced throughout. Varying the length of the stitches will create a natural finish.

Advice for achieving a beautiful finish

Here are some tips for making your embroidery look even more beautiful.

◇ Carefully copy the design

If the lines of the design are vague, the outline will not come out clearly.

◇Use an embroidery hoop and do not pull the thread too tight.

Stretching the fabric taut in the embroidery hoop prevents the thread from being pulled too tight.

◇Symmetrical designs start from the center.

It's easier to achieve balance if you insert the needles in half, starting from the center and working your way outwards.

◇ Pay attention to the direction of the stitches.

Imagine the original form of the motif you are embroidering and decide on the direction of your stitches.

Embroidery can be a captivating art form. Master the techniques and enjoy a fun, handcrafted life!

French embroidery is fun because the design fills up with colorful stitches. Paying attention to the details will result in an even more beautiful piece.

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