blanket stitch

¹

noun

1. a basic sewing stitch in which widely spaced, interlocking loops, or purls, are formed, used for cutwork, as a decorative finish for edges, etc.

blanket-stitch

²

[ blang-kit-stich ]

verb (used with or without object)

1. to sew using a blanket stitch.

blanket stitch

noun

1. a strong reinforcing stitch for the edges of blankets and other thick material

Word History and Origins

Origin of blanket stitch¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Origin of blanket stitch²

First recorded in 1955–60; v. use of blanket stitch

Example Sentences

Fasten the thread by taking running stitches under the last blanket stitch on the wrong side.

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You can make the blanket stitch close together around the edge.

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Suppose you plan to make the block pattern of the blanket stitch all around the edge of the table runner.

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Work the blanket stitch all around four sides with the heavy brown linen or cotton thread.

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Can you think of any pretty articles to make for the fair or for surprise gifts on which the blanket stitch can be used?

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