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Embroidery is a type of needlework that is used to decorated and add functionality, such as reinforcement, to already existing fabric. It can be done monochrome or in color, and often uses a special type of thread, called Embroidery thread, in order to create designs, words, or pictures, although other materials are used as well. | Embroidery is a type of needlework that is used to decorated and add functionality, such as reinforcement, to already existing fabric. It can be done monochrome or in color, and often uses a special type of thread, called Embroidery thread, in order to create designs, words, or pictures, although other materials are used as well. | ||
=== Types of Stitches === | |||
* [[Canvas stitch]] | |||
* [[Crewel stitch]] | |||
* [[Chain stitch (embroidery)]] | |||
* [[Herringbone stitch]] | |||
* [[Button-hole stitch]] | |||
* [[Feather stitch]] | |||
* [[Knot stitches]] | |||
* [[Rope stitches]] | |||
* [[Interlacing stitches]] | |||
* [[Surface stitching]] | |||
* [[Satin stitch]] | |||
* [[Darning]] | |||
* [[Couching]] | |||
* [[Laid-work]] | |||
Latest revision as of 06:57, 3 October 2023
Embroidery is a type of needlework that is used to decorated and add functionality, such as reinforcement, to already existing fabric. It can be done monochrome or in color, and often uses a special type of thread, called Embroidery thread, in order to create designs, words, or pictures, although other materials are used as well.
