Embroidery Embroidery Stitches and Patterns 2

Question 1

Which stitch is worked as a series of overlapping stitches to create a herringbone or zigzag pattern?

Accepted Answer

Herringbone stitch

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Backstitch

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Blanket stitch

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Running stitch

Question 2

What is the purpose of the blanket stitch in embroidery?

Accepted Answer

Finishing raw fabric edges and decorative borders

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Creating fine interior details

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Filling large solid areas quickly

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Forming three-dimensional shapes

Question 3

How does a backstitch differ from a running stitch?

Accepted Answer

Backstitch inserts the needle behind the previous stitch, creating a continuous solid line

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Backstitch uses two needles simultaneously

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Running stitch covers both sides of fabric equally

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Backstitch can only be done on canvas

Question 4

Which stitch is used to create a couching technique?

Accepted Answer

A stitch where a thick thread is laid on fabric and secured by small stitches

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A stitch worked entirely beneath the fabric surface

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A stitch that requires metallic thread only

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A stitch formed in a circular spiral motion

Question 5

What distinguishes the long and short stitch from the satin stitch?

Accepted Answer

Long and short stitch uses alternating long and short stitches to blend colors gradually

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Long and short stitch can only be worked vertically

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Long and short stitch does not fill the entire area

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Long and short stitch requires a hoop

Question 6

Which stitch is created by working multiple straight stitches from the same central point outward, like spokes of a wheel?

Accepted Answer

Star stitch

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Fly stitch

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Spider web stitch

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Fern stitch

Question 7

In smocking embroidery, what is the primary technique used to create the decorative pattern?

Accepted Answer

Evenly gathered fabric pleats are stitched together in decorative patterns

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The fabric is burned to create texture

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Beads are woven directly into the threads

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The design is painted with dye before stitching