Chevron Stitch Family

About the Chevron Stitch Family

The Chevron Stitch Family of stitches follows a kind of zig-zag course, creating a beautiful wave-like pattern. It is not a very common stitch in the world of surface embroidery but can be used beautifully, especially in conjunction with some embellishments and creativity. The Chevron Stitch is a staple of a kind of fabric art called Smocking. It is a technique where fabric is gathered to make it stretchable- an excellent method before elastic began to be in use. It was used on different parts of the garment where stretching was needed, like the cuffs, bodices, or necklines. The gathering of fabric is done in different patterns using different stitches, one of the favorites being the Chevron Stitch. In Smocking, it is called the Honeycomb Stitch as rows of it resembles a honeycomb. Smocking begins with gathering the fabric using a temporary Running Stitch. A more decorative and permanent stitch, such as the Chevron Stitch, was done using the gathered folds.

Chevron Stitch Family in Embroidery

Chevron Stitch can be applied over borders. The fillings are great for texturing the fabric. This stitch, though broad, can follow easy curves. Create interesting effects by varying the lengths of the stitches.

Chevron Stitch Family

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