seed stitch
The term "seed stitch" is used in both knitting and embroidery to describe patterns that create a textured, dotted appearance.
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Definition
B2knitting
(technical)A pattern where knit and purl stitches alternate, forming a bumpy, reversible fabric.
Example
- The scarf was made using a seed stitch, giving it a textured look.
- Seed stitch is often used for borders because it lies flat.
B2embroidery
(technical)A filling technique using unconnected straight stitches in random directions.
Example
- The seed stitch was used to fill the background of the floral design.
- Her embroidery featured a seed stitch pattern that added depth to the piece.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "seed stitch":
chain stitchextra stitchblanket stitchpick up stitchesbutterfly stitchwhip stitchsingle crochetstitch updouble crochet