How to Stitch Perfect Corners with the Binding Stitch (with Video Tutorial)

The binding stitch is a beautiful and durable finishing technique that creates a herringbone-like effect on the edges of your needlepoint canvas. However, one of the trickiest parts of mastering this stitch is getting clean and seamless corners. If you've struggled with this, don't worry! We’ve tested the best method to help you achieve perfect corners every time!

In this step-by-step guide, we'll walk you through how to neatly turn a corner using the binding stitch. Plus, don’t forget to watch our video tutorial or scroll down to the pictures for a visual demonstration of the process.

• Learn how to master the binding stitch on our tutorial here!
• Which needlepoint projects benefit from the binding stitch? Find out here!

How to Stitch Perfect Corners with the Binding Stitch - Video Tutorial

Seeing this technique in action makes all the difference! Watch our step-by-step video tutorial to follow along visually and perfect your corners with ease.

Why Perfecting Corners Matters

When working on needlepoint projects, clean corners make a big difference in the final look. A well-executed binding stitch not only protects the canvas edges but also enhances the overall presentation of your needlepoint piece. By following this method, you'll achieve a consistent herringbone effect that seamlessly transitions around corners.

Step-by-Step Guide to Stitching Corners with the Binding Stitch

1. When you reach the corner, make two extra stitches beyond the end of your design. In the second stitch, pass the needle from front to back through the next canvas hole, but do not go back two holes.

2. Fold the canvas to the side and insert the needle into the first canvas hole on the new side.

3. Now, go back one canvas hole by passing the needle through the corner hole and pulling it out on the back.

4. Make sure your needle is coming back from the third hole on the back.

5. Make another stitch in the next available hole

6. Go back two canvas holes, poking the needle on the corner hole again.

7. Check again to see if it’s coming from the third canvas hole in the back.

8. Make another stitch on the next available hole.

9. Go back two canvas holes and you can continue to make the binding stitch as usual.

10. Et voilà! The perfect binding stitch corner.

Final Tips for Success

• Take your time when turning the corner to really understand the technique.

• Keep an even tension to ensure the stitches lie flat and uniform.

• If needed, practice on a small sample piece before applying this method to your final project.

By following these steps, you’ll be able to create beautifully finished needlepoint projects with crisp, clean corners using the binding stitch. Happy stitching!