TSG:Figure 8 Stitch
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FIGURE 8 STITCH
Other names
Antique Stitch
Pine Tree Stitch
Directions
Bring needle out to the front side at 1. Insert needle through the fabric slit and bring out to the front side from the reverse side at 2, which is on the opposite edge of the slit and slightly above 1. Thread must appear to lie perpendicular to the slit. Go in the opposite direction for the next stitch sequence. Repeat. The threads will cross each other in the repaired slit.
Comments
This stitch is very similar to the Lacing Stitch, except Figure 8 Stitches are sewn more closely together, resulting in straight stitches on the front.
Possible uses for this stitch
See also
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