Change the look of a project with various stitches.
Using alternate forms of the back stitch allows you to change the looks of a project instantly. These stitches are also great for creating simple borders around Cross Stitch designs.
Double Running Stitch is also known as Holbein stitch, running stitch, or outline stitch. Double Running Stitch is used in traditional Blackwork designs.
Whipped back stitch produces a twisted cordlike stitch. When stitched with two colors an unusual contrast results. Stitching with a single color produces a subtle slightly raised stitch.
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