I was going through all kinds of unique blanket stitch designs with Grandma for my sewing book. The mirrored blanket stitch caught my attention. It looks so much like a garment knotted blanket stitch. I almost thought it was the same until my grandma corrected me.
I ask her how to do it-
Mirrored Blanket
To do a Mirrored Blanket Stitch, create a blanket stitch on one side of the fabric and then repeat it symmetrically on the opposite side, aligning the stitches.
I looked confused, so she grabbed a fabric to show me the process practically.
My stitching story:
When I first tried the Mirrored Blanket Stitch Grandma showed me, I struggled with spacing between stitches and sliding the needle through the tack stitch. My stitches weren’t aligning, and the mirror effect wasn’t smooth. After a few tries, I realized gradually pulling the thread helped create the perfect mirrored knot.
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What Is A Mirrored Blanket Stitch?
A Mirrored Blanket Stitch is like doubling the effect of a regular blanket stitch, where you make one stitch on one side, then mirror it on the other side. As the stitch names suggest. It creates a clean, double-sided look out of all types of stitches.
This stitch is perfect when you want both sides of your fabric to have an identical, polished finish. However, at first glance, you can confuse it with a knotted blanket stitch, just like me.
Well, it does, but they still have a few differences. The main difference is their technique-
The Mirrored Blanket Stitch’s knot is created by sliding the thread through the tack stitch. In German, the knotted blanket stitch is created by sliding the thread through 2 stitches.
How To Do A Mirrored Blanket Stitch By Hand?
Follow 3 steps to do a mirrored blanket stitch
- Start With A Regular Blanket Stitch
- Tack Down The Stitch
- Slide The Needle Through The Tack Stitch
Start With A Regular Blanket Stitch
The starting point is like a regular blanket edge stitch. To do it, start a thread sewing by bringing your needle up through the fabric at the edge where you want to begin. Then, insert the needle back down at a slight angle, a little farther along the edge.
That will create the 1 stitch. This will work as your base stitch.
Tack Down The Stitch
After that, push down the needle from the above blanket stitch. Give a little bit of space. Be very careful about the space, not too much or too little.
I’m giving ½ space and pulling the thread all alone. Take your time and be careful with the spacing—this will give the stitch its neat, uniform look.
As you pull the thread through, ensure it stays flat and even. You don’t need to pull it to the end at once. Let it slide through gradually, allowing the thread to settle smoothly into the fabric. Then, bring back the needle from the back of the fabric and back line.
Grandma always says,
‘Patience makes the stitches prettier! Be careful with the space between your stitches. If the space is too tight, your stitches will look crowded; if it’s too loose’
Slide The Needle Through The Tack Stitch
Slide your needle through the tack stitch you’ve just made. Carefully guide the needle under the tacking thread and pull. That’ll create the mirror knot.
This is another difference between this and German knotted stitch. In German knotted one, you slide the needle through 2 stitches, but here, you slide it in the tack stitch.
Be mindful not to pull too tightly—just enough to secure it without distorting the fabric. Once the needle has passed through, pull the thread snugly, but not too tight, to keep everything neat and even.
Grandma tips,
When pulling the thread, make sure it’s snug but not tight. This will help keep your fabric even and allow the stitch to lay flat, giving your work a polished look.
Now, continue doing it until the end and then secure it with 1\2 extra stitch. And that’s it, you are done with your blanket stitch in embroidery.
If you wanna learn more tutorials like this, then read out Whipped Blanket Stitch.
How To Do Mirrored Blanket Stitch
Mirrored Blanket Stitch Crochet
If you want to try it out on Crochet, there is way too. Although I am not a crochet expert, my grandma kinda does crochet sometimes. So I ask her to demonstrate it too. Here is how she does it-
- Make sure it’s an even number, just how we like it for a neat look. You can make it as long as you need for your project!
- Now, you will do a simple single crochet in the second chain from your hook. Keep doing that across the row. This is our foundation, so take your time.
- Work into the back loop only for the first half of the row. It gives the stitches a little texture, like a cozy blanket!
- Once you reach the end, turn your work around and then crochet into the front loops of those same stitches. It’s like making a mirror, back and forth – back loops one row, front loops the next.
- Just keep going, back and forth, like a little dance, until you’ve got a nice, pretty pattern. Make sure to keep your tension loose and even.
- When your piece is as long as you want, just finish by weaving in the ends.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Is It Difficult To Learn?
Not at all! Once you’re comfortable with basic single crochet and understand front and back loops, it’s a simple technique that creates a lovely effect.
What Projects Can I Use The Mirrored Blanket Stitch For?
You can use it for blankets, scarves, shawls, cushions, or even decorative pieces. It adds a cozy, textured look to any project!
Can I Use This Stitch For Beginners?
Absolutely! It’s a great stitch for beginners who want to try something new after mastering single crochet. Just take your time with the loop placements.
Outro
After learning Mirrored blanket stitch from grandma I got home and tried it. And trust me, it turns out so great😍 it brings out some extra features of my embroidery. You must try it on your sewing project.
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