The running stitch is one of the simplest and oldest sewing techniques. It involves passing the needle in and out of the fabric at regular intervals, creating evenly spaced stitches resembling small dashed lines. It is often used for outlining designs, reinforcing seams, or creating decorative patterns in embroidery and quilting. This versatile stitch is easy to learn and forms the foundation for many intricate stitching techniques.
The running stitch starts by threading the machine and placing fabric under the presser foot. After lowering the foot, the machine creates straight, even stitches as the fabric moves through. The fabric is guided by hand for precision. Once the stitching is complete, the thread is trimmed, and the stitch is secured by backstitching or knotting.
