🌟 Master the Knot Stitch and French Stitch! | Lesson 6: Complete and Easy Tutorial

Discover the secrets of embroidery with the tutorial to sew knot stitches or French knots

This is lesson 6, if you haven't seen lesson 1, start with it. Here I leave you the link: Lesson 1:

Knot stitches, also known as French stitch, are essential in cross stitch schemes for delicate details. From small flowers to a character's eyes, these dots represent the tiniest details that bring your creations to life. Knot stitch, or French stitch, is an embroidery technique where thread is knotted around itself, creating small, precise stitches. The most common knotted knots include the French knot and coral stitch.

Different varieties of the French knot

Furthermore, this technique can be subdivided into single or loose knots, continuous knotted points and knotted edges, each with its unique charm and applications. In this video, I'll guide you step by step through the French knot stitch, an invaluable skill for creating tiny roses, expressive little eyes, or the centers of delicate flowers. In addition, you will learn how to decorate these points with pearls for an even more special touch. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of knot stitch or French stitch and take your embroidery to the next level!

Recommended Materials:

• You need a blunt needle. In your trusted haberdashery they can advise you on this.
• Thimble, we know that it is not easy to get used to it, but the earlier you adapt, the better, you will avoid many punctures.
• Special pearl or mouliné thread. Or you can also use fine crochet yarn
• Frame, there are made of wood, plastic and silicone. Lately I spend the silicone ones because I like them better, but that goes to taste.
• Light, the more the better and to be able to be natural

If you liked this lesson in fancy knit combined in two colors or just one, you can try some more of the ones we publish here

And to see everything related to the cross stitch and its variations, click here