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Different Types
EmbroideryWorks
of
Done on Garments
Sashiko EmbroideryIt is a form of Japanese folk
embroidery which uses a basicrunning stitch to create an
intricately patternedbackground.
Blackwork EmbroideryIt is a style of counted thread
embroidery which originated inSpain. Blackwork is traditionally
done using black thread onwhite fabric.
Bluework EmbroideryThe work is done in blue threadon a white or natural coloredfabric ground. It can be crossstitch, surface embroidery or
crewel.
Redwork embroideryThe work is done in red thread
on white or natural colorfabric. It is most common in
surface embroideryand cross stitch.
Surface EmbroideryThe pattern is worked usingdecorative stitches and laid
threads on top of the foundationfabric.
Hardanger EmbroideryThis types of embroidery
features cut work and satinstitch arranged in intricate,
geometric designs.
Candlewick EmbroideryIt involves using an unbleached
cotton thread on a piece ofunbleached muslin. This form ofembroidery is made up of groups
of colonial knots arranged inintricate patterns.
Cross stitch EmbroideryThis type of embroidery is a
composite stitch consisting oftwo diagonally worked stitches,
which form an “X” on the fabric.It is popular form of count
thread embroidery.
