Easy Steps To Do Crossed Buttonhole Stitch| Your Secret to Stunning Details!

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Cross buttonhole stitch is the easiest among all types of buttonhole stitch. How may it look by its name? Right, you guessed it. It is a cross form of buttonhole stitch. 🙅‍♀️

How do you do cross buttonhole stitch by hand? Well,

Crossed Buttonhole

To do a cross buttonhole stitch by hand, create a small buttonhole, then work diagonal stitches across the opening in an “X” pattern for reinforcement and decoration.

I know that won’t cool down your curiosity! You must always learn about the definition of buttonhole stitch detail, right? 😏 Okay, so let’s get into this buttonhole stitch variations.

I know that won’t cool down your curiosity! You must always learn about the definition of buttonhole stitch detail, right? 😏 Okay, so let’s get into this buttonhole stitch variations.

Crossed Buttonhole Stitch
let’s anchor the thread

First things first, let’s anchor the thread.

Flip your fabric to the back side, and thread your needle under a few nearby stitches to create a loop.

Pull the needle through the loop and gently tighten it to form a knot. For extra security, repeat this process 2-3 times. You can apply this technique to tailoring buttonhole stitches, too.

Pull the needle through the loop and gently tighten it to form a knot

But avoid the extra stitch if you are doing simple buttonhole stitch designs. 

I Position my needle at a 45-degree angle

I Position my needle at a 45-degree angle, like working on a closed buttonhole stitch.

Insert the needle halfway into the fabric. Don’t push it through. This angled entry point will help create the signature crossed look.

Push back the needle through the fabric in cross effect.

Push back the needle through the fabric in cross effect
Bring the needle back up through the fabric

Bring the needle back up through the fabric from the bottom to make your first stitch.

Next, insert the needle back into the fabric from above, leaving a gap of ½ to ¼ inch. This gap is key to forming even, neat crosses.

insert the needle back into the fabric from above
Push back the needle under the 1st stitch

Push back the needle under the 1st stitch. It will make the x effect you are working on.

Pull the needle through gently to avoid puckering, and the stitch will start to take shape. Adjust the gap size based on your project.

Now, keep repeating the method until you are done with the buttonhole stitch design. 

Once you’ve completed your stitches, it’s time to finish off. Bring the needle to the back of the fabric and secure the thread by weaving it under a few nearby stitches.

Create a loop, pass the needle through it, and pull tight to form a knot. And just like that, you got the crossed buttonhole stitch.

crossed buttonhole stitch

Now it’s your turn! Give it a try and share your results. Let’s keep crafting beautiful stitches together. 😊

Maisha Soumee

Maisha Soumee

Hi there! I’m Maisha Soumee, the proud torchbearer of our family’s sewing legacy and the driving force behind this website. With Grandma Manha’s teachings as my foundation, I’m honored to continue the tradition of craftsmanship and creativity. As a passionate seamstress, I’m dedicated to sharing the joy of sewing with you, our valued community.

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