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Whipped chain stitch

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This stitch is formed of a line of chain stitch with a thread whipped around it.  The whipped thread can be the same as the chain stitch thread, or a contrasting one.

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Chained Whipped Composite Border Embellishment Leaf veins Outline Stems Surface

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Method

Whipped chain stitch can be worked on both straight and curved lines. For whipping, use a tapestry needle to avoid piercing the fabric or thread.

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Whipped chain stitch method stage 1 illustration
Whipped chain stitch method stage 1 photograph
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Work from top to bottom, make a line of chain stitch first.

Chain stitch
Whipped chain stitch method stage 2 illustration
Whipped chain stitch method stage 2 photograph
2

At the end of the chain stitch, make a small straight stitch to anchor the last chain.

Whipped chain stitch method stage 3 illustration
Whipped chain stitch method stage 3 photograph
3

Introduce a new thread at the top end of the chain stitch. You could use a contrasting colour for a striking effect.

Whipped chain stitch method stage 4 illustration
Whipped chain stitch method stage 4 photograph
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Whip the new thread by passing the needle under each chain stitch. Make sure not to pierce the fabric.

Whipped chain stitch method stage 5 illustration
Whipped chain stitch method stage 5 photograph
5

At the end of the chain stitch, simply take down the needle and secure the thread with a finishing stitch.

Finishing stitch
Whipped chain stitch

Structure of stitch

Chained Whipped Composite

Common uses

Border Embellishment Leaf veins Outline Stems

Embroidery Techniques

Surface

Related Stitches

Chain stitch Whipped back stitch Whipped blanket stitch Whipped running stitch Whipped stem stitch

References

  • Jennifer Campbell, Ann-Marie Bakewell, Guide to Embroidery Stitches (2004) , p.122