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Basic needlework style
Answer for the clue "Basic needlework style ", 14 letters:
running stitch
Word definitions for running stitch in dictionaries
Wikipedia
Word definitions in Wikipedia
The running stitch or straight stitch is the basic stitch in hand- sewing and embroidery , on which all other forms of sewing are based. The stitch is worked by passing the needle in and out of the fabric . Running stitches may be of varying length, but ...
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. (context sewing English) A simple embroidery stitch in which the needle is passed in and out of the fabric in a series of even stitches in a straight row.
WordNet
Word definitions in WordNet
n. small even hand stitches run in and out
Usage examples of running stitch.
If you are good at sewing, fold a rectangle of cloth and stitch the sides together, using a running stitch.
Flora said, not looking up, as she tied off the last running stitch and cut the catgut with a small sharp knife.
We have something we have to ask you, Jimmy, Flora said, not looking up, as she tied off the last running stitch and cut the catgut with a small sharp knife.
I picked a random piece of clothing off of the pile, a stained and torn t-shirt, and began doing a running stitch along the edge.
He was lifting the needle up over his head like a cobbler after each running stitch to take up the slack.