Learn the Stem Stitch for Hand Embroidery - Slow Stitching for Beginners

The stem stitch is one of the most beautiful and useful stitches in hand embroidery — and once you know it, you'll use it again and again in your slow stitching. In this tutorial I'll show you exactly how to do it, nice and slowly, step by step. Whether you're a complete beginner or just want to add this stitch to your slow stitch book, this is the video for you. We'll be practising making pages for a slow stitch journal — if you haven't made one yet, I'll pop the link below so you can make yours first before we get started. What we'll cover: ✂️ How to thread your needle and start your stitch ✂️ The stem stitch technique, broken down nice and slowly ✂️ Tips for keeping your lines smooth and even ✂️ How to use the stem stitch in your slow stitch book You don't need any special materials — just some fabric, a needle, and thread. Have a play with different colours and have fun with it. There really is no right or wrong way! 🧵 MAKE YOUR SLOW STITCH BOOK FIRST: https://youtu.be/8zCLRJG1lIc 🧵 BLANKET STITCH TUTORIAL (great next stitch to learn!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofnBmni1k4o