running stitch

noun

a sewing stitch made by passing the needle in and out repeatedly with short, even stitches.

Origin of running stitch

First recorded in 1840–50

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Examples from the Web for running stitch

Historical Examples of running stitch

The bias strip should be basted on and sewn with a running-stitch.
Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Household Science in Rural Schools
Ministry of Education Ontario
They should then put in the running-stitch and finish with the binding.
Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Household Science in Rural Schools
Ministry of Education Ontario
The edge of the strap should be pinned, basted, and sewed to the right side of the bib with a running-stitch.
Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Household Science in Rural Schools
Ministry of Education Ontario

British Dictionary definitions for running stitch

running stitch

noun

a simple form of hand stitching, consisting of small stitches that look the same on both sides of the fabric, usually used for gatheringSometimes called: gathering stitch

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