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Watch How to Sew a Chainstitch

The chainstitch is one of five basic embroidery stitches.

By Threads magazine Apr 12, 2013

Threads seamstress Norma Bucko demonstrates how to create a basic embroidery stitches: the chainstitch.

chain stitch

The chainstitch can be combined with other embroidery stitches to create decorative designs.

Check out these additional videos on embroidery stitching:

How to Sew a Fly Stitch

How to Sew a Blanket Stitch

How to Sew a Couching Stitch

How to Sew a Web Stitch

In Threads #186, June/July 2016, author India Hayford explores Yemenite Jewish hand embroidery and shows how to combine simple stitches to create complex designs.

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Threads comes to life with Threads Essential Techniques. In this web-only video series, we show you how to execute some of the must-know techniques, methods, and skills seen in our print magazine.

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Karen1983 January 23rd

It would be nice if you included instructions for left-handed sewers. Simply stating that we should reverse the given instructions is useless.

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Using a Bias Tape Maker

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Create a Slashed Opening With an Underlay

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Disappearing Flat Piping

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Miter Corners on Striped Trim

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Sew a Single-Welt Pocket

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Bobbinwork Stitching: How to Wind and Install a Bobbin

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Better Piping: Grade to Reduce Bulk

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Better Piping: Offset Stitching for Smooth Results

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Better Piping: Sew Piping to a Curve

Watch to learn a great tip for sewing a better piped edge.
Watch How to Sew a Chainstitch

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Embroidery 101: Fly Stitch

The fly stitch is one of the basic embroidery stitches. Learn how to make it and then experiment with it by creating borders and medallion patterns.
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The couching stitch is useful for applying heavy or decorative threads that are too thick or textured to pass through a fabric's weave.
Embroidery 101: Web Stitch

The web stitch is one of the basic hand embroidery stitches. This embellishment can make any garment feel special. Follow along as we demonstrate how to sew a web stitch.
How to Press Shaped Edges

You can make any garment special by adding a unique shaped edge. The key to making these edges look great is in the pressing.
How to Straighten a Fabric’s Grain

Before you begin any sewing project, it is important to straighten the fabric's grain. This process is done by manipulating the fabric so its lengthwise yarns (warp yarns) run perpendicular…
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How to Thread a Twin Needle

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Learn how to use a running stitch as topstitching.
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Discover the joy of sewing with knits with these easy-to-follow tips and techniques.
Meet Silamide Thread

Learn all about waxed silamide thread and its uses.
How to Sew a Figure-eight Stitch

Watch this video and learn how to sew a figure-eight stitch. This stitch is great for hemming tricky fabrics.
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Achieve well-sewn outside corners, such as collar points, with this great tip.
How to Bind a Sheer Edge

Binding the edges of sheer fabrics is easier than you think with our fast technique.
How to Sew and Press Tucks

Learn how to sew straight tucks and press these delicate folds.
How to Bead a Motif with a Template

Learn how to bead a beautiful motif using a freezer paper template.
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Create beautiful marbled patterns with this simple method.
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Learn how to burn fabric and read the ashes to identify some common fiber types.
How to Sew a Blind Hem

Learn how to sew a blind hem on both standard and industrial sewing machines.
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