The outline stitch is created by making small, overlapping stitches along a line, ensuring the thread consistently exits on the same side of the previous stitch to create a smooth, defined line.
Here's how to do it:
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Come up at the beginning of your line. This is where you want your outline to start.
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Go forward a stitch length. Move along the line and insert your needle into the fabric. The length of this stitch determines the density of your outline.
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Return about halfway down your line. Bring the needle back up through the fabric approximately halfway between your current stitch and the starting point. Important: Keep the working thread above the needle as you pull it through to maintain a consistent look. If you're working on a curved line, adjust the return point to follow the curve smoothly.
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Go forward a stitch length. Again, insert your needle a stitch length ahead, maintaining the desired density of your outline. Remember to keep the working thread above the needle when pulling through.
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Repeat steps 3 and 4. Continue these steps, keeping your stitch length consistent and always bringing the needle up about halfway back, to create a continuous outline.
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Secure the end. Once you reach the end of your line, secure the thread on the back of your fabric to prevent unraveling.
By consistently pulling the thread above the needle, you ensure a clean and consistent outline every time.
