(transitive, intransitive) To embroider using this technique.

An embroidery stitch, derived from backstitch, in which each stitch overlaps the previous stitch to one side, forming a twisted line of stitching, with the thread passing below the needle.

A zigzag stitch with the zigzag pairs separated by straight stitches, so as to create a nearly invisible hem.

plural of blind stitch

(knitting) A stitch made by knitting into a stitch (or even the space between stitches) of an earlier row.

(knitting) A common method for the grafting of two knitted fabrics using yarn and a needle in an end-to-end ("wale-to-wale") seam.

plural of dip stitch

(Britain, slang) An act designed to maliciously or dishonestly incriminate someone. / (Britain, slang) Something arranged deceitfully and in secret.

An ornamental stitch like the links of a chain, used in crocheting, sewing, and embroidery.

plural of chain stitch