chain stitch

Meanings

• Noun

  A basic hand-sewing technique where each stitch is connected to the previous one, forming a continuous line of stitches.

  - "She used a chain stitch to sew the hem of her dress."
  - "The quilter created an intricate design using only chain stitches."

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Variants

List of all variants of chain stitch that leads to same result
chain stitch , chain stitches

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The term 'chain stitch' comes from the way each stitch connects to the previous one, forming a continuous 'chain' of stitches.

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Trivia

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1. Chain stitch is also known as 'backstitch' in some regions.

2. The chain stitch was used extensively in ancient Egypt for mummies' linen wrappings.

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Related Concepts

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1. embroidery: Chain stitch is a popular technique used in embroidery to create intricate designs on fabric.

2. quilting: Chain stitch is a common quilting technique used to sew quilt blocks together.

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Culture

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Chain stitch has been used for centuries in various forms of textile arts, including embroidery, quilting, and sewing. It is a fundamental technique in these crafts and has been passed down through generations.

How to Memorize "chain stitch"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the continuous line of stitches formed by connecting each stitch to the previous one.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the chain stitch with the image of a chain or a continuous line.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Connect the dots' to remember the concept of connecting each stitch to the previous one.

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