Basic chain stitch is already interesting. But what if I tell you you can do double chain stitch? Yes, you heard it right. You can double the chain effect and add an extra fancy touch to your embroidery.
Here is how it’s done,
Double Chain
To do a double chain stitch by hand, work two rows of chain stitches side by side, linking each loop to the previous row for a braided effect.
Can you do it now? I know you can’t with just a little description, so I’ll make the whole process.
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What Is A Double Chain Stitch?
A double chain stitch is a chain stitch, but within 2 stitch lines. It creates a thicker, more decorative version of the regular chain stitch. It’s made by working two rows of chain stitches side by side to interlock or mirror each other. It looks like a bold, braided chain & heavy chain stitch.
It’s great for outlines, borders, or when you want your stitch to pop. It’s super fun to use when you want a little extra flair in your embroidery!
Double Chain Stitch Images
Here is how the stitch looks like in embroidery,
How To Do Double Chain Stitch In Embroidery?
This stitch is so stunning and it may feel complicated but it’s not that hard. You can do it easily. Here is how it’s done,
Grab My Fabric, Needle & Thread
I grab my fabric and secure it in the embroidery hoop nice and tight. For my double-stitch embroidery, I’m using a 4×4-inch hoop.
It’s the perfect size for most of my designs and feels really easy to handle. If my design is bigger though, I switch to a 5×7 or even a 6×10 inch hoop. I follow this ratio for raised chain band stitch too.
Grab my 5 size thread my needle with a thread size of 8 or 12 weight. I pick a spot to start and bring the needle up through the fabric from the back. This is going to be the base of my first chain loop.
Insert The Needle In Starting Point
Now I insert the needle in starting point & pull the thread until it’s lock.
Then insert it in 2nd line half away through in about ¼ inch. And bring it back up halfway between the entry and exit point. I make sure the working thread is under the needle before I pull it through. As I pull, I watch the loop form neatly. This is my first chain stitch. Simple and clean just like 1st step of reverse chainstitch.
Wrap The Thread Around It The Needle
I wrap the thread around the needle. I make sure the thread loops around smoothly, not too tight, just enough to create the perfect stitch when I pull it through. That’s how I create the first chain stitch.
Again Insert The Needle 1st Line In & Out
Alright, I’m back at the first line where I started the original chain. I insert my needle just below the last loop I made, around ¼ inches down. I poke the needle in and bring it out halfway, right between the entry and exit point, just like before.
This remind me of twisted version of chainstitch.
Before I pull the needle all the way through, I wrap the thread around the needle & I pull gently… and ta-da! There’s the next chain on the first line.
Now Repeat on the Second Line
Next, I go back to the second line—the same thing. I insert the needle a bit below the last stitch, bring it out halfway, and pull the thread under the needle. Pull it through, and now I’ve got another neat loop forming the double row.
After you finish the whole stitch. Here is a glance of what i just told you,
Double Chain Stitch Hand Embroidery Designs
This stitch looks even more interesting on embroidery. Here area few of my works,
If you love this kind of embroidery, then look at embroidery stitches names with pictures pdf too.
Double Chain Stitch In Aari Work
Another fan fact is that this stitch also works on aari.
Although I did a lot of work cause it looks complicated to me. But grandma does it. So I took some snaps of her work,
Frequently Asked Questions
Is double chainstitch difficult to learn?
Not at all! It might look fancy, but once you get the rhythm—loop, stitch, repeat—it’s actually super satisfying and easy to do.
What kind of fabric works best for this stitch?
Medium-weight cotton or linen is perfect. You want fabric that’s sturdy enough to hold the stitches without puckering.
What thread should I use?
Embroidery floss works best! You can use two or three strands, depending on how bold you want the stitch to look. Pearl cotton also gives it a nice texture.
Now It’s Your Turn
Well now i have teach you about double chain stitch.
So now it’s time to shine.
Do it & use it right place.
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