5 Easy Embroidery Stitches to use with fusible applique

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These five hand embroidery stitches are perfect for securing the edges of fusible web applique.

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5 hand embroidery stitches to use with fusible applique

5 Embroidery Stitches

These stitches are great choices for fusible web applique.

1. Blanket stitch

blanket stitch on fusible applique shape.

Blanket stitch is a traditional choice.

See a detailed blanket stitch tutorial here.

easy embroidery birds with applique.
easy embroidery birds with applique.

2. Overcast stitch

overcast stitch.

Overcast stitch is a simple option. Vary the angles of the stitches for different effects.

3. Herringbone stitch

herringbone stitch on a fusible applique shape.

Herringbone stitch gives a more complex outline. Stitch directly on the edge of the piece or offset.

See a detailed herringbone stitch tutorial here.

easy embroidery birds with applique.
easy embroidery birds with applique.

4. Feather stitch

feather stitch on a fusible applique shape.

Feather stitch is a fun way to add a lot of texture.

See a detailed tutorial for feather stitch here.

easy embroidery birds with applique.
easy embroidery birds with applique.

5. Cross stitch

cross stitch on a fusible applique shape.

Cross stitch is an easy edge stitch.

More Embroidery Resources

On-demand Video Courses

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Learn at your own pace with these embroidery video courses.

Hand Embroidery Patterns

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Get fun embroidery patterns in my shop.

Detailed Tutorials

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Get detailed embroidery tutorials to help you make your own hand stitching projects more easily. Lots of pictures and videos to make everything clear.

Embroidery Stitches

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Check out the Embroidery Stitch Directory for lots of inspiration.

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