TSG:Half Back Stitch

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HALF BACK STITCH

Appearance on reverse is shown in oval inset

Other names

Uneven Back Stitch

Directions

Work from right to left. Bring needle out to the front side at 1. Move needle desired stitch length to the right and insert through fabric to the reverse side at 2. Move needle twice the stitch length to the left and bring out to the front side at 3. Move needle one stitch length to the right at 4 and insert needle through fabric to the reverse side. Repeat.

Comments

This stitch is worked in a similar manner to the Back Stitch, but with spaces left between stitches on the front side.

Possible uses for this stitch

Creating Seams
Mounting
Securing a Damaged Area to a Support Fabric
Stabilizing Seams

See also

Back Stitch
Running/Back Stitch

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