Tied Scotch Stitch

The Tied Scotch Needlepoint Stitch is a variation of the Scotch Stitch, commonly used to create textured patterns. In this stitch, additional straight stitches are added on top of the Scotch Stitch to create a tied or crossed effect.

Stitch Details

Tied Scotch Stitch Instructions & Diagram

You can see the diagram of this stitch below.
  • Start making a diagonal stitch (from left-down to right-top) skipping two canvas intersections
  • Move the needle to the canvas hole below the first stitch and make a diagonal stitch skipping three canvas intersections parallel to the previous one
  • Then (behind the canvas), move the needle three canvas threads down and two to the left, insert the needle, and make a new diagonal stitch skipping two canvas intersections
  • Move the needle two canvas threads down and make a diagonal stitch in the opposite direction (from right-down to left-top) skipping three canvas intersections
  • Repeat the process as many times as needed

 

 

Stitch Guides where Tied Scotch Stitch is used

Check out our Stitch Guides where this stitch is used to get some inspiration for your needlepoint project.

If you have doubts about what stitches to choose for your project - check our Tips to select Needlepoint Stitches or Our favorite Needlepoint Decorative Stitches.
 
Happy stitching :)

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