Stepped Threaded Running Stitch

(version 2)

A variety of running stitch

illustration of stepped and threaded running stitch used in crazy quilting This version of stepped threaded running stitch creates a line which can take on a spiked braid appearance. Work two parallel foundation rows of running stitch. 'Step' the second row. In other words work the second row so that the stitches are set alternately.

A second thread is then laced as illustrated. As you move from from row to row do not pass the needle through the ground fabric. Use a blunt ended tapestry needle for this part of the process to avoid splitting the foundation running stitches.

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

This stitch makes a good crazy patchwork stitch particularly in combination with other stitches. Interesting effects can be achieved by using a contrasting thread or fine ribbon. Metalic and textured threads look good with this stitch.

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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