Stem Stitch
The Stem Needlepoint Stitch creates a continuous line, often used for outlines, stems, and other linear elements. You can use this stitch as a straight or curved line.
Stitch Details
- Stitch Structure: Solid-line
- Recommended for: Small areas, Flowers
Stem Stitch Instructions & Diagram
You can see the diagram of this stitch below.
- Decide on the length of the stitches (this time, we'll make stitches over two canvas intersections), then insert the needle from back to front
- Make a diagonal stitch (in the desired direction) by skipping two intersections of the canvas, then (from behind the canvas) move the needle one canvas intersection backward
- Insert the needle from back to front, be careful when picking up the needle not to pass through the thread of the previous stitch but to the side
- Repeat the process as many time as needed
Stitch Guides where Stem Stitch is used
Check out our Stitch Guides where this stitch is used to get some inspiration for your needlepoint project.
If you have doubts about what stitches to choose for your project - check our Tips to select Needlepoint Stitches or Our favorite Needlepoint Decorative Stitches.
Happy stitching :)
