Meltzer of Queens College and The Graduate Center of the City University of New York has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.) Jamie T Twaite MA (Ms. Twaite of Queens College and The Graduate Center of the City University of New York has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.) William H Krause PhD (Dr. Krause of Queens College of the City University of New York has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.)
There are actually several different types of loop stitches, and they all work a little differently. Chain Stitch The simplest loop stitch is the chain stitch. To sew a chain stitch, the sewing machine loops a single length of thread back on itself.
Cross stitch is a type of counted thread surface embroidery. It uses mostly X-shaped stitches to create a picture or pattern. Partial stitches are also used for shaping and texture, and back stitches are used for creating outlines and small details. Needlepoint is a surface embroidery technique.