Learn to stitch back stitch as you follow these step-by-step photo tutorials. The project will result in a small back stitch design. The fourth lesson introduces outline stitch (also known by many other names including double running stitch), a back stitch variation. Links to practice patterns are also provided.
Gather your supplies - needle, floss, fabric, scissors, and a hoop (if you like) and start out these lessons by learning to stitch a line of back stitch.
It may be helpful to use a waste knot when starting the stitches.
Complete the Simple Back Stitch Motif. This lesson includes more tips about avoiding back stitch errors. After the motif is complete, repeat the motif to continue practicing.
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