Threaded Backstitch

In threading, a second thread or yarn is threaded under and over a previously worked base stitch. Threaded stitches are worked on top of the fabric that is the needle does not pierce the fabric and are best accomplished with a blunt needle. These stitches thread in, out and around the base stitch and is used for decorative outlines and borders. In Threaded Backstitch a line of Backstitch is interlaced with one or two threads.

Work a foundation of Backstitch.

Bring the second thread up at 'a' slide the needle under the next stitch and continue the pattern by passing it under the next following stitch weaving from side to side.

For a double threaded variation bring another thread up at 'c' and weave in the same way filling the gaps.

                      

Split Stitch

Split stitch is an easy basic embroidery stitch used for outlining and filling. This stitch makes a closer chain like line unlike chain stitch which does not involve splitting the thread.

Come up at 'a' and go down at 'b' working a straight stitch.

Bring the needle up at 'c' halfway in between 'a' and 'b', so that it splits the thread and pull through.

Insert the needle at 'd' and continue this pattern till the end.

Keep the stitches regular and use a sharp needle to divide the thread easily.

Jabot Collar

Jabot refers to decorative, pleated frill of fabric or lace attached at the center front of the clothing (to a neckband or collar) which hangs from the throat and was worn especially by men in the eighteenth century. Jabot Collar refers to a standing band collar with falling ruffle attached to the collar front.

Johnny Collar

Johnny Collar is a very small shirt collar that was popular in the early 20th century, named after its inventor, Johnny Collins. It is characterized by a small, pointed collar on a shirt or any clothing with a close-fitting neckline.

X Line Silhouette

The X-line is the ultimate silhouette which celebrates the feminine figure with an emphasis on shoulders, a small waist and a full hem which resembles the alphabet 'X'. This is the silhouette for women with a narrow or slim waist that is with an hourglass body type and can be created using padded shoulders, belted or fitted waists and full skirts.

Chelsea Collar

Chelsea Collar is a flat woman's collar with pointed ends that form a low V-neckline in front. This collar became popular in late 1960's from an area in Southwest London where it originated.

Convertible Open Collar

Convertible collar refers to the collar that changes shape when it is worn open or closed. If worn open, forms small lapels (looks attractive with a contrast fabric). When worn fastened with a concealed button and loop it fits close to the neck with no lapels.