Sword Stitch

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Sword Stitch is also known as

Isolated Pearl Knot [EN], Schwertstich [DE].


About the Sword Stitch

The Sword Stitch is made easily using a loop method. It does not involve the formation of a knot, but it follows the technique used in the Pearl Stitch – the reason why this stitch features in the Knots Family. This is a beautiful stitch that can be used for making texture on larger areas of pattern. You can make it big or small, or just go whimsical- it is an adaptable stitch! Make them in a line, or scatter them, or just keep it isolated! Such a simple stitch and so many choices!


How to do the Sword Stitch

Fig 1: Start by coming out from A. Go in through B and come out again through C. The stitch points fall on the corners of an imaginary triangle.Fig 2: Next, pass the needle under the stitch A-B. Do not pluck the fabric underneath.
Fig 3: Now, take the needle in through a point right below point B. As you pull out the needle, the looped thread pulls the stitch A-B to form a cross.Fig 4: Your Sword Stitch is ready!
Fig 5: Make multiple Sword Stitches randomly or in a certain pattern to form beautiful textures on your pattern.

Learn to do Sword Stitch in 2 minutes!


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10 Responses

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    Khoo hooi bin says:

    Sarah. This make me v v glad. I will go n buy navy blue fabric use the same colour as u sew it will be v v outstanding. Plus other pearl stitch near the collar. Wah wah v catching the eyes. Amen. To you. God bless you always. Amen.

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    Kim Zrust says:

    Sarah-

    I just love this stitch! you present it to well! And it’s inspirational. Will look up in my book and practice. Thank you for this sparkle in my day!

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    Madhumita Barui says:

    Nice!Nice!Nice!

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    Jackson Stableford says:

    Excellent thank you

  5. Eu não conhecia este ponto! Achei ótimo. Gosto muito das postagens de Sarah. Gosto muito de bordar e novidades tornam meus bordados mais bonitos e ajudam a enfrentar os dias de isolamento.

    • Sarah says:

      Thank you for your kind words, Maria! I am so happy that stitching is keeping you company and you liked this stitch. Hand embroidery is therapeutic! ☺️

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