Threaded Running Stitch

A variety of running stitch

Threaded running stitch is an attractive threaded line, which follows curves well.

To work this stitch simply pass the needle over and under the fabric to create a line of running stitch.

Lace or thread the stitches with a contrasting colour or weight of thread.

a step by step illustration of how to work threaded running stitch

With this stitch, take care to lace and not to pick up any of the fabric. Use a tapestry needle to avoid splitting the foundation running stitch.

illustration of threaded running stich using different threads

Running Stitch Varieties:

There are many varieties of running stitch. You will find a few here: Running Stitch, Interlaced Running Stitch, Interlaced Double Running Stitch No 1, Interlaced Double Running Stitch No 2, Interlaced Double Running Stitch No 3, Stepped Threaded Running Stitch (version 1), Stepped Threaded Running Stitch (version 2), Threaded Running Stitch, Whipped Running Stitch

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