blanket stitch
"Blanket stitch" is a versatile stitch used in sewing and embroidery for both functional and decorative purposes, particularly on thick or unfinished edges.
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Definition
B2Sewing
(technical)A strong stitch used to reinforce the edges of thick materials like blankets.
Example
- She used a blanket stitch to secure the edges of the woolen blanket.
B2Embroidery
(decorative)A decorative stitch for finishing the edges of fabric items, creating a looped border.
Example
- The edges of the quilt were beautifully finished with a blanket stitch.
B2General Sewing
(basic)A stitch similar to a buttonhole stitch but with more evenly spaced loops, used to prevent fabric from fraying.
Example
- She learned how to do a blanket stitch to keep the edges of her sewing projects neat.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "blanket stitch":
whip stitchseed stitchchain stitchbutterfly stitchextra stitchstitch up