Blanket stitch
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-000594
A hand embroidery stitch used to finish an edge, prevent fraying, or as a decorative element. It forms a series of loops along the fabric edge, secured by straight stitches perpendicular to the edge. This stitch is commonly applied to blankets, felt crafts, and appliqué work, providing both strength and aesthetic appeal.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-000594 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Textile production |
| References | blanket stitch - definition and meaning (Wordnik) |
| Translations | German: Paspelstich; Spanish: punto de manta; French: point de couverture |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Blanket stitch",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A hand embroidery stitch used to finish an edge, prevent fraying, or as a decorative element. It forms a series of loops along the fabric edge, secured by straight stitches perpendicular to the edge. This stitch is commonly applied to blankets, felt crafts, and appliqué work, providing both strength and aesthetic appeal.",
"subject": "Textile production",
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"blanket stitch - definition and meaning (Wordnik)"
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"translations": {
"de": "Paspelstich",
"es": "punto de manta",
"fr": "point de couverture"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/blanket-stitch/"
}
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