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
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| 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. |
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| 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! |
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| Fig 5: Make multiple Sword Stitches randomly or in a certain pattern to form beautiful textures on your pattern. |
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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.
That sounds awesome! Do show us how it has turned out! 🙂
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!
Thank you, Kim! ☺️
Nice!Nice!Nice!
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Excellent thank you
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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.
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! ☺️