Double Needle Cast On Detached Flower Stitch
The double needle cast on detached flower stitch creates a 3D flower that can be sewn in or added to an embroidery for an added dimensional element. With this stitch you can also customize your flower with the number of petals. Use this DIY video and step-by-step tutorial to learn how to embroider the double needle cast on detached flower stitch.
What you'll need to create the double needle cast on detached flower stitch:
Double Needle Cast On Detached Flower Stitch Video
Double Needle Cast On Detached Flower Stitch Step-by-Step Tutorial
1. This stitch creates a detached 3D flower. Start by holding two long needles together so that the points are even. Pinch the thread by the points of the needles, leaving at least a 5 inch thread tail.
2. Now cast on 5 stitches to the shorter needle. These cast on stitches should be tight around the needle and stacked next to one another.
3. Once done, cast on 7 stitches around both needles. The stitches that are cast around both needles are the flower petals.
4. Repeat adding the single needle then double needle cast on stitches until you have the desired number of petals on your flower.
5. Then thread the needle of the shorter needle with the tail end of thread that was pinched by the point of the two needles.
6. Next, slide the larger needle out of the cast on stitches.
7. Then slide the threaded needle through the cast on stitches. This will look funky but trust the process. Pinch the two tail ends together and gently work the flower petals into the rounded flower shape.
8. Once the flower is shaped, tie the tail ends together with a square knot.
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