Stitch library
Learn a stitch, then stitch it
The stitches our kits use, from running stitch to counted cross-stitch, each with a short video guide for members (sample).
All stitches
Nine stitches from beginner to advanced
Each card says which level uses the stitch. Members get a video guide for every new stitch in their kit.
Running stitch
Beginner
Video guide · 2 min (sample)
In and out along a line. The first stitch in every kit.
Back stitch
Beginner
Video guide · 3 min (sample)
A solid line for outlines and lettering. Each stitch goes back to meet the last one.
Split stitch
Beginner
Video guide · 3 min (sample)
Bring the needle up through the middle of the last stitch for a soft, rope-like line.
Stem stitch
Improver
Video guide · 4 min (sample)
Slanted stitches that overlap, for stems and curves.
Lazy daisy
Improver
Video guide · 4 min (sample)
A single loop held by a tiny stitch. Five or six make a flower.
French knot
Improver
Video guide · 5 min (sample)
Wrap the thread twice around the needle for berries, flower centres and dots.
Satin stitch
Confident
Video guide · 6 min (sample)
Straight stitches laid side by side to fill a shape with smooth colour.
Chain stitch
Confident
Video guide · 4 min (sample)
Loops linked one into the next, for bold lines and curly stems.
Cross stitch
Advanced
Video guide · 5 min (sample)
Counted x stitches on even-weave fabric, worked row by row from a chart.
Video guides are samples in this demo: link each card to your own videos or course plugin.
Skill level path
From your first stitch to a full sampler
Start where you are. Each level adds a few stitches, and every kit says which ones it uses.
Level 1
Beginner
Outlines and simple shapes. Ideal if you have never held an embroidery needle.
Running
Back
Split
Level 2
Improver
Flowers and leaves with loops, knots and a first filled shape.
Lazy daisy
French knot
Stem
Level 3
Confident
Layered bouquets that mix fills, outlines and texture.
Satin
Chain
Fishbone
Level 4
Advanced
Counted cross-stitch and samplers with shading and many colours.
Cross
Long and short
Couching
The stitch letter
Next month’s pattern and one stitch tip, once a month
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