![A curved, semi-circle with two colours (red and yellow) demonstrating a whipped back stitch.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0732/3733/2277/files/whipped_backstitch-photo.jpg?v=1713563244)
Details
- Name:
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Whipped Back Stitch
aka: Whipped Stitch - Difficulty:
Easy
- Structure:
Composite Solid-line Whipped
- Technique:
crewelwork ribbonwork surface
- Uses:
Border Outline Stems
Watch this video on YouTube.
Overview
Whipped Back Stitch produces a thicker line compared to a standard Backstitch. It offers a similar appearance to a Stem Stitch but slightly finer, and provides the flexibility of being stitched with two different colored threads if needed. This method proves valuable when creating a raised line on delicate fabrics unsuitable for direct embroidery with heavy threads.
For further context, please refer to the entry on Backsitch.
Method
Use a blunt-ended tapestry needle for the whipping thread to avoid splitting the foundation stitches.
Larger foundation back stitches will allow the tapestry needle to pass easily under each stitch.
![Step 1](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0732/3733/2277/files/whipped_backstitch-illus-step01.jpg?v=1713563244)
![Step 2](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0732/3733/2277/files/whipped_backstitch-illus-step02.jpg?v=1713563244)
![Step 3](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0732/3733/2277/files/whipped_backstitch-illus-step03.jpg?v=1713563244)
History
Details about the history of the Whipped Back Stitch come from it's origination; the Backsitch.
Projects
Here are some projects you can complete that include this stitch!
Reference: RSN Stitchbank