How to fill in embroidery stitches

Browse five different stitches that you can use to fill solid areas in an embroidery pattern. Go beyond the default of satin stitch and experiment with other approaches.

If you’ve been embroidering for even a small amount of time, you’ve probably noticed that you have a handful of stitches that have become your go-to’s. This isn’t a bad thing, but it’s always...

This super forgiving and simple technique provides a fun texture to your work!

Check out this list of embroidery stitches that work great for filling areas. From the obvious satin stitch or chain stitch to more unique stitches.

Follow our step-by-step photo tutorials for basic embroidery stitches! We will guide you through each stitch and give you project ideas to practice.

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What is the satin stitch and how do I use it? The satin stitch is a series of straight stitches placed next to each other. It...

Fishbone stitch is a favorite for leaves but it is a fairly versatile stitch that can be used for filling other shapes. Before getting into some fun variations here is a little refresher diagram and video. In general, we move back and forth from the starting stitch (center line) starting at the top of the leaf and wo

Learn different ways to start and end your embroidery stitches without using knots. I show you various methods for different stitches!

Whether you’ve just begun your embroidery journey, or whether you’re a seasoned stitcher, you’ve probably asked yourself, “What stitch should I use to fill this area?” at some point. To help you answer that question, I’ve rounded up 16 different filling techniques that can be effectively used in embroidery, with links to articles and tutorials. ...