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School is in session and this month we're focusing on split stitch, a basic you'll find yourself using over and over again. This traditional stitch was used historically for elaborate embroidered garments such as clerical robes and is one of the main stitches used to make the Bayeux Tapestry. Worked in a similar way to back stitch, it is very easy to do and can be used as both an outlining and a filling stitch. Once confident, you can make these beautiful baby bibs, complete with cute embroidered motifs. Don't save them for best though! Use cotton fabrics and these bibs can be laundered regularly and used every day. Choose between an adorable kitten and a juggling rabbit, or make both!
Make a baby bib
Download the template to find the colours of thread needed. Download the bib template and embroidery motifs, and print. Trace the bib shape onto white cotton fabric but do not cut out. Transfer your chosen embroidery design (see p81) onto the fabric in the centre of the bib shape. Place in an embroidery hoop.
Thread a crewel needle with two strands of embroidery thread and outline the shape you are going to fill with a line of split stitch. It is a good idea to start in the centre of the design and work outwards, so for the kitten you could start with the muzzle, and for the rabbit you could sta
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