SATIN STITCH SECRETS
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Take your Satin Stitch from messy to smooth, from frustrating to so satisfying,
the kind of stitch that makes you stop and say “WOW, I actually made that!”
What will you learn in this course?
I'll walk you through all the steps you need to get that smooth, clean Satin Stitch you’ve always admired in the work of experienced stitchers. This course is for adventurous beginners and intermediate stitchers who want to move past the basics and feel confident stitching any shape.
In this course, you'll learn how to:
- Troubleshoot common issues like snags and loops in the thread, messy texture, and uneven stitches
- Understand the importance of fabric tension and how it impacts your stitching
- Prepare and untwist your embroidery floss for a smooth looking texture
- Stitch a variety of shapes with Satin Stitch from curved rainbow, various flowers, perfect circles, and leaves
- Understand the stitch directions and spacing, to master curves and rounded shapes
- Work Satin Stitch to a sharp point and how to smoothly tapper the stitches.
Additional resources:
- PDF file - A list of online shops to buy the supplies you need
- PDF file - The sampler pattern to learn and practice all the techniques for a great Satin Stitch.
By the time you finish this course, you’ll end up in one of two camps:
- Completely in love with Satin Stitch
- Or you'll hate it even more than you do now.
MODULE 1
Course Introduction
I’ll walk you through what is this course about, share tips on how to get the most out of it, and go quickly through the necessary materials for the course.
Course walkthrough | Duration ⏳ 8:00 mins
MODULE 2
Satin Stitch Fundamentals
I’m going to show you the key techniques to set you up for a great Satin Stitch, how to untwist your thread and why it matters, plus why you should space your stitches.
Where to start | Duration ⏳ 12:00 mins
MODULE 3
Satin Stitch on Curved Shapes
You'll learn and practice how to handle the stitches direction in curved shapes, how to fan your stitches on petals, and how to embroider a perfect circle.
Understand your shapes | Duration ⏳ 41:00 mins
MODULE 4
Satin Stitch to Sharp Point
You'll learn and practice how to embroider pointy shapes like petals and various leaves. Plus the little flowers with Colonial Knots as finishing touches.
General tips | Duration ⏳ 23:47 mins
EMBROIDERY COMMUNITY
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Who Is This Course Perfect For?
- Adventurous beginners who want to learn Satin Stitch with clarity
- Intermediate stitchers ready to go beyond the basics and improve their technique
- Crafters who want to finally understand the why behind the technique
- Anyone interested in mindfulness, relaxation, and the therapeutic benefits of embroidery
This course may NOT be for you
- Embroiderers looking for advanced color blending and shading
- Those expecting physical supplies or kits - this is a digital-only course (you’ll need to purchase your own supplies)
- Stitchers looking for instant mastery - this course focuses on step-by-step learning
Nice To Meet You
My name is Stella Caraman
I’m an embroidery artist and creator of Why Knot Stitches.
I am intrigued by the visual outcome of using threads and needles to bring texture to my illustrations.
My purpose is to set you up for an enjoyable embroidery journey through sharing my knowledge for hand embroidery with you.