Embroidery basics

Embroidery basics

The five core stitches that cover most embroidery patterns: backstitch, chain, cross, French knot, and lettering.

Tutorials in this collection

How to Do a Satin Stitch (Basics + Variations)

How to Do a Satin Stitch (Basics + Variations)

Embroidery|13:49|7 steps
How to Cross Stitch: 6 Step Beginner Tutorial

How to Cross Stitch: 6 Step Beginner Tutorial

Embroidery|4:20|6 steps
How to Chain Stitch: Basic + 3 Variations

How to Chain Stitch: Basic + 3 Variations

Embroidery|5:43|5 steps
How to Embroider a French Knot: 6 Step Beginner Tutorial

How to Embroider a French Knot: 6 Step Beginner Tutorial

Embroidery|4:04|6 steps
How to Embroider Letters (Backstitch Script)

How to Embroider Letters (Backstitch Script)

Embroidery|9:00|7 steps
How to Backstitch: 3 Ways for Hand Embroidery

How to Backstitch: 3 Ways for Hand Embroidery

Embroidery|9:00|7 steps
How to Finish an Embroidery Hoop (4 Backing Methods)

How to Finish an Embroidery Hoop (4 Backing Methods)

Embroidery|7:49|7 steps
How to Sew on a Patch

How to Sew on a Patch

Sewing|7:11|6 steps
How to Make an Embroidered Father's Day Card

How to Make an Embroidered Father's Day Card

Card Making|18:24|8 steps
Basic Embroidery Techniques for Beginners

Basic Embroidery Techniques for Beginners

Crafts|6:15|5 steps
How to Embroider a Lavender Stem (Beginner, 2 Stitches)

How to Embroider a Lavender Stem (Beginner, 2 Stitches)

Embroidery|8:42|8 steps
How to Read a Cross Stitch Pattern

How to Read a Cross Stitch Pattern

Embroidery|7:25|7 steps
How to Cross Stitch Letters and Alphabet

How to Cross Stitch Letters and Alphabet

Embroidery|11:46|9 steps
How to Do Stem Stitch - Embroidery for Beginners

How to Do Stem Stitch - Embroidery for Beginners

Embroidery|7:40|6 steps
How to Do a Blanket Stitch (Decorative Edging by Hand)

How to Do a Blanket Stitch (Decorative Edging by Hand)

Embroidery|10:31|8 steps
How to Do a Lazy Daisy Stitch
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How to Do a Lazy Daisy Stitch

Embroidery|5:20|7 steps
How to Embroider a Rose (Easy Woven Wheel Stitch)

How to Embroider a Rose (Easy Woven Wheel Stitch)

Embroidery|10:53|7 steps
How to Embroider a Bee (Beginner Hand Embroidery, Step by Step)

How to Embroider a Bee (Beginner Hand Embroidery, Step by Step)

Embroidery|4:02|7 steps
How to Embroider a Sunflower (Hand Embroidery, Step by Step)

How to Embroider a Sunflower (Hand Embroidery, Step by Step)

Embroidery|11:40|6 steps
How to Embroider a Mushroom

How to Embroider a Mushroom

Embroidery|6:48|8 steps
How to Embroider a Butterfly (Satin-Stitch Hoop Tutorial)

How to Embroider a Butterfly (Satin-Stitch Hoop Tutorial)

Embroidery|5:00|7 steps
How to Transfer an Embroidery Pattern (4 Easy Methods)

How to Transfer an Embroidery Pattern (4 Easy Methods)

Embroidery|12:31|7 steps
How to Punch Needle for Beginners

How to Punch Needle for Beginners

Embroidery|6:50|9 steps
How to Do a Split Stitch

How to Do a Split Stitch

Embroidery|4:01|9 steps