Twisted Chain Stitch

Twisted chain stitch is a simple variation of chain stitch that involves twisting the thread while making the loop. When worked in a fairly thick thread it creates a braid-like texture, as can be seen on the leaf and flower stems in the Jacobean design opposite.

• Begin as for ordinary Chain Stitch, but instead of inserting the needle into the place from wehre it emerged, insert it close to the last loop and take a small slanting stitch coming out on the line of the design.
• Pull the thread through.
• The loops of this stitch should be worked close together to have the correct effect.