This embroidery technique involves making a single chain stitch and anchoring the loop with a tiny straight stitch at the outer edge. It is typically worked in a circle radiating from a central point to form simple flower petals. Embroiderers use it as a fast, decorative way to add floral elements or scattered foliage to a design.
Heard on the job
Work a cluster of lazy daisy stitches around the French knot to finish the flower.
Insider tip
Keep the thread tension loose when pulling the loop flat; pulling too tight creates a straight line instead of a rounded petal.
Also heard as
- detached chain stitch