featherstitch
/ˈfɛðərˌstɪtʃ/
noun
- A decorative embroidery stitch that looks like a series of small feathers or branches.
- The pattern called for a featherstitch along the hem.
- Learning the featherstitch is a great beginner embroidery skill.
- She used a featherstitch to edge the baby blanket.
verb
- To sew using a featherstitch.
- He featherstitched the fabric with careful precision.
- She featherstitched the collar for a delicate finish.
- I will featherstitch the seams to add decoration.