Split Sewing is a basic embroidery stitch that is easy to learn and versatile to use. It's perfect for any pattern involved with the outline, but you can also embroider its thick lines for Phil Stitching.
To do split stitching, you need a needle, fabric and embroidery floss. You can use a number of different strands of standard embroidered floss, though it helps to have multiple strands. Other types of embroidery threads also work well. However, some curved threads such as Pearl cotton are more difficult to work on split stitching.
There are different ways you can work split stitching and each method looks somewhat different. Try them all and see which one you like the most for what you're working on.
Split Stitch Finished Sample
To work on the most common method of split knitting, follow these steps:
- Bring your needle up from the back to the top and take a ladder along the line you are working with.
- Come again, split the fibers by bringing the needle through the first stitch (point 1). Passing the needle through at least one thread or embroidery floss instead of threads creates a smooth split stitch.
- Complete the stitch (point 2) and go down again. Repeat the procedure.
Different Methods for Working Split Stitch
The second method for split stitching is the same as the first, but instead of splitting the fibers with a needle, bring the index into the thread. The result is almost like a chain stitch. This version even works best with a large number of strands so the stitches are split straight in the middle.
The last method is more like the back stitch, but instead of lowering the needle at the end of the previous stitch, you should lower the needle through the previous stitch. Some people even find it easier and more accurate to sew. With this method, the needle is slightly pressed at the point that goes through the previous stitch.
When learning a new stitch, take a few extra minutes and try out the various embroidery threads you have on hand. It's best to try it with the thickness of a few different strands. In this case, test all the methods side by side so you can see how they compare. The differences are subtle but worth noting.
Using Split Stitch for Fill
Although this stitch is primarily seen as a way of working line, it also works for Phil Stitching. To do this, outline an area with a split stitch or any other outline stitch. Next, working the outline of the area and moving inward, sew rows of split stitches so they almost touch.
If you want to open more rows, make the rows a bit farther. In contrast to texture you can also try stripe fill or alternate color for a few strands.
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