Today we will be learning • To recognise different types of stitches. • How to thread a needle. • How to cross stitch. Last week we used the sewing machine to create a straight stitch. There were quite a few other stitches to have chosen from. Each stitch has a particular use or it may be chosen for decorative purposes. These are a few common hand and machine stitches. Running stitch Blanket stitch An easy way to sew material Commonly used to hem blankets together or repairing holes. Back stitch Top stitch Used to stop stitching unravelling Used when stitching needs to visible and stretching out of shape Hemming stitch Whip stitch Used when you want invisible stitching such as inside of garments. The hem is rolled Used for closing the sides before its stitched. of pillows and cushions. Today you are going to learn how to cross stitch. Cross stitch is a type of hand embroidery that uses x- shaped stitches and a tiled pattern to create an image. It is one of the easiest forms of hand embroidery to learn and ideal technique to help you learn how to hand stitch. We are now going to watch a video which shows you how to: • Thread the needle • Make a cross stitch. KS2 Y3: DT: Cross-stitch and Appliqué - Lesson Plan | Kapow Primary If you have the equipment at home, ask an adult to help you: First: Thread the needle. Then: Have a go with cross stitching or applique using some spare fabric, or have a go at any of the other hand stitches shown . Finally. Take a picture of your work and email it to Mr Anderton. Did you successfully manage to: • thread the needle independently? • knot the thread independently? • complete cross stitching or any other types of stitching..