Rice Stitch

The Rice Needlepoint Stitch is a simple but versatile stitch pattern. It creates a textured fabric with a subtle raised texture that resembles grains of rice.

Stitch Details

Rice Stitch Instructions & Diagram

You can see the diagram of this stitch below. 
  • Start by making a diagonal stitch from bottom left to top right by skipping four canvas intersections, then down the needle four canvas threads and make the second diagonal stitch by skipping four canvas threads.
  • Next, move the needle four canvas threads to the right and two canvas threads down, and stitch diagonally upward to the left, skipping two canvas intersections
  • Bring the needle two threads of the canvas to the left and one down, then stitch another diagonal stitch upward to the right, skipping two intersections of the canvas
  • Make the last two stitches on the bottom ends of the X in a mirror effect compared to the top ones

 

 

Stitch Guides where Rice 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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