Stitch Leaf: Straight Stitch

Stitch leaves using the Straight Stitch.

Have you ever wondered how to use the simple Straight Stitch in hand embroidery? Here is a great example! This pattern is inspired by the pine leaves. Here, I have used a pair of Straight Stitches to create a sort of ‘V’ to make the pointy leaves. The Straight Stitch is great to put together to make various patterns as you desire. It is a simple stitch, the simplest of all, and it allows you to get creative with it! This simple leaf pattern can be finished in just about 15 minutes!

Fig 1: Get your fabric, hoops, and threads ready.	Fig 2: Start by making a single Straight Stitch. I like starting from the top of the leaf, but you can start from any end.
Fig 3: Now you stitch another Straight Stitch to form a sort of ‘V’.	Fig 4: Keep making these pairs of Straight Stitches. It is as simple as that.
Fig 5: Done with both the leaves.	Fig 6: Now, I stitch the stem with the Stem Stitch.
Fig 7: My two simple leaves are ready in no time!

TIPS to make your leaf perfect:

1. You can stitch the stem first to make sure the leaves sit closer to the stitched stem.
2. Watch the length of the Straight Stitches. Maintain a pattern and consistency.