Comment broder Lazy daisy stitch
Tutoriels de points de broderie > Tous les points > Lazy daisy stitch
The Lazy daisy stitch, step by step
We guide you here, step by step, to embroider the Lazy daisy stitch.
This foundational stitch forms a single loop anchored by a straight stitch, creating a rounded, lightweight decorative element.
1 – Form the loop
Bring the needle up at A. Hold the thread under your thumb. Insert the needle back into the same point A. Bring the needle up at B, a few millimetres below, keeping the thread under the needle. Pull gently to obtain a regular loop.
2 – Anchor the loop
Insert the needle at C, just below the tip of the loop. Pull carefully. Pass the thread to the back of the fabric. Secure under the stitches already worked.
FOR RIGHT-HANDED EMBROIDERERS: Hold the needle in your right hand. Rest your left thumb on the thread to keep the loop in place as you bring the needle up at B.
FOR LEFT-HANDED EMBROIDERERS: Hold the needle in your left hand. Rest your right thumb on the thread to keep the loop in place as you bring the needle up at B.
Tips for a perfect lazy daisy stitch
Precise entry point: Always insert the needle into the same hole to obtain a consistent formation.
Thread tension: Pull carefully to preserve the roundness of the motif.
Thread direction: Keep the thread under the needle throughout the entire formation phase.
Anchor placement: Position it along the axis of the tip for a balanced result.
Consistency: Repeat the motion evenly to produce well-proportioned lazy daisy stitches.
Result
On the front: A rounded loop held by a straight stitch, forming a light, isolated motif.
On the back: A small, discreet stitch corresponding to the thread anchor.
EXPLORE FURTHER
The Lazy daisy stitch, an essential stitch for learning hand embroidery
This stitch is used to create petals, leaves, and isolated decorative elements.
In traditional embroidery, it forms an essential building block for a wide range of floral designs.
Several lazy daisy stitches can be grouped together to build varied compositions.
The lazy daisy stitch is a variation of the chain stitch.
Its construction consists of a single loop anchored by a straight stitch.
It produces light, rounded shapes with a delicate, airy quality.
It is widely used to create floral motifs in hand embroidery.
DISCOVER OTHER STITCHES
Why learn the Lazy daisy stitch?
• understand how a loop is formed in embroidery
• learn to control thread tension
• improve precision at the entry point
• prepare for learning the chain stitch
Learn the Lazy daisy stitch with Un Chat dans l’Aiguille
At Un Chat dans l’Aiguille, the lazy daisy stitch is taught step by step with clear, structured guidance.
Our approach to teaching is part of a complete hand embroidery stitch encyclopaedia, designed to support every embroiderer on their journey.
It allows you to progress at your own pace whilst building precision, consistency, and confidence in hand embroidery.