How to Learn to Blanket Stitch

The blanket stitch is one of the most basic stitches.

One of the most useful stitches used in embroidery or sewing is the blanket stitch. The blanket stitch is often used to secure an open edge or make a sewn item appear more finished and refined. Even people who have little experience with sewing can master the blanket stitch easily.

Things You'll Need

• Thread
• Fabric
• Scissors

Instructions

1. 

   You can use any color of thread.

   Thread a needle with a medium-weight thread and knot the end. Place two pieces of fabric together, lining up the edges so they are even. Stick the needle into the fabric about 1/8 inch from the edge. Pull the thread through the fabric.

2. 

   Take your time when learning the blanket stitch.

   Stick the needle into the fabric again, this time about 1/8 inch away from the first stitch. Pull the thread through the fabric, but do not pull it all the way through. A loop of thread will be sticking out of the fabric. Hook the needle into the loop, then pull the remaining thread through the cloth.

3. 

   The blanket stitch can be used to secure fabric edges.

   Stick the needle into the fabric again, 1/8 inch away from the neighboring stitch. Pull the thread through the fabric, leaving a loop of thread with which you will hook the needle through. Repeat this pattern until you have stitched down the entire edge of the fabric. Stick the needle one last time into the fabric, leaving a loop, then hook the needle into the loop tightly to create a knot. Snip off the needle and remaining thread using scissors. You have successfully created the blanket stitch.

References

• Cut Out and Keep: How to Blanket Stitch
• Future Girl: Blanket Stitch Tutorial