Looking for an easy-peasy background stitch that you can use on just about ANY needlepoint canvas? Look no further than Skip Tent Stitch.
Skip Tent Stitch is worked on the diagonal like Basketweave. However, rather than filling in every single row, skip a row when you end your diagonal, and start your next row so that the stitches share a hole.
Skip Tent Stitch is an “open” background stitch that provides light coverage - meaning that when you still see some canvas exposed - don’t be alarmed.
Skip Tent Stitch is worked on the diagonal like Basketweave. However, rather than filling in every single row, skip a row when you end your diagonal, and start your next row so that the stitches share a hole.
Skip Tent Stitch is an “open” background stitch that provides light coverage - meaning that when you still see some canvas exposed - don’t be alarmed.
You'll find Skip Tent used on many Stitch Style canvases including our chinoiserie silk screen collection. Click to order your canvas and practice the stitch.
We use Skip Tent Stitch time and time again! Check out the video above on Instagram and tag us in a picture of you trying out this fun and fabulous needlepoint stitch!
