Needlepoint Stitch Library
A decorative stitch library of needlepoint stitches included in Poppy Monk needlepoint kits. Explore your creativity with needlepoint stitches that add a little something extra to your needlework.
Brick Stitch
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This is a great background or filler stitch and it can lie vertically, as shown, or horizontally. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Diagonal Scotch Stitch
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This is a great background or filler stitch. It is directionless and forms a pretty pattern. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Double Brick Stitch
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Double Brick stitch is used on the border of this design. It can also lie horizontally. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Gobelin Stitch (horizontal)
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The tree is stitched in Gobelin stitch over two intersections and laid horizontally. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Milanese Needlepoint Stitch
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This is a great background or filler stitch when you want a distinctive pattern. It is worked in diagonal rows. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Skip Tent Stitch
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The orange background on this cheetah design uses the pretty Skip Tent stitch. It is versatile and goes anywhere you want to add a bit of texture. The Skip Tent stitches up fast. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Upright Cross Stitch
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The Upright Cross stitch looks thick and sumptuous on the canvas. It offers a pretty and directionless pattern that can go in large and small spaces. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Woven Stitch
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We have used the Woven stitch as an attractive border. It is also a great stitch for clothing and landscapes. Kits this stitch is used in: |
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Wrapped Back Stitch
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The wrapped back stitch is used as surface embroidery to outline objects or create thin lines in any direction. E.g. the spokes on this bike. Kits this stitch is used in: |
First stitch a back stitch, usually with a thin thread. Then wrap the stitch by winding in and out of the back stitches.
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