Elizabeth Stewart Clark & Company

Embroidery Stitch Tutorials

Sometimes, a video tutorial really helps!

Mary Corbett’s Needle N’ Thread has just such tutorials, for free…

Of course, not every tutorial presented is appropriate for mid-century use. Take a look at

  • Running stitch
  • Whipped running stitch
  • Backstitch
  • Whipped backstitch
  • Stem stitch
  • Portuguese knotted stem stitch
  • Outline stitch
  • Split stitch
  • Herringbone stitch (especially useful for fastening down seam allowances on wool petticoats and drawers!)
  • Chain stitch
  • Feather stitch
  • Double feather stitch
  • Blanket stitch (or the buttonhole variation for scalloped edgings)
  • Seed stitch (seeding stitch, in period manuals)
  • Padded satin stitch
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About The Sewing Academy
With a focus on the 1840-1865 era, The Sewing Academy is your home on the (internet) range for resources to help you meet your living history goals!

Elizabeth Stewart Clark has been absorbed by the mid-19th century for over 20 years. She makes her home in the Rocky Mountains with her husband, four children (from wee to not-so-wee), far too many musical instruments, and five amusing hens.

Email Elizabeth Or call 208-523-3673 (10am to 8pm Mountain time zone, Monday through Saturday)
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