TSG:Running/Back Stitch

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RUNNING/BACK STITCH

Appearance on reverse is shown in oval inset

Other names

Combination Stitch
Running/Back Combination Stitch

Directions

Work from right to left. Running Stitch: Insert needle through fabric to the reverse side at 1. Move to the left and bring needle out to the front side at 2. Repeat. Back Stitch: After completing a series of Running Stitches, move half a completed stitch to the right and insert needle through fabric to the reverse side at 3. Moving to the left, bring needle out to the front side at 4 and begin another series of Running Stitches.

Comments

This stitch provides more strength than the Running Stitch. It is usually formed by inserting a Back Stitch between groups of three to four Running Stitches but this can be varied according to the strength required.

Possible uses for this stitch

Creating Seams
Joining Fabric
Stabilizing Seams

See also

Back Stitch
Half Back Stitch
Running Stitch

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