Dear souls of needle and thread,
Sometimes a machine feature surprises you. You think, “That looks interesting,” and then you try it—and suddenly a whole new creative direction opens up.
That’s exactly how I felt when I started exploring the ribbon stitches on the PFAFF creative icon 2.
They’re not just decorative stitches. They have volume, movement, and a completely different presence compared to regular stitching. It’s a small detail, but it changes how a project feels in your hands.
Over a series of posts on Quiltsocial, I took my time exploring these stitches—from the basics to more layered variations, and even using them in the hoop. It became less about a single project and more about understanding what these stitches can really do.
Here’s a quick look at the journey.
1. Getting Started with Ribbon Stitch Techniques
I began by simply getting familiar with how ribbon stitches behave—how they feed, how they form, and what to expect when you start working with them.
👉 See how ribbon stitches come together.
2. Working with Single Ribbon Stitches
Once the basics felt comfortable, I focused on single ribbon stitches. These are clean, elegant, and a perfect starting point if you’re just exploring this feature.
👉 Learn how to work with single ribbon stitches.
3. Exploring Double Ribbon Stitches
Then came a bit more complexity—double ribbon stitches. They add more texture and depth, and you start to see how layering changes the overall look.
👉 Explore double ribbon stitch techniques.
4. Adding Dimension with Triple Ribbon Stitches
Triple ribbon stitches feel almost sculptural. This step was about embracing that extra dimension and letting the stitches become a feature on their own.
👉 Discover triple ribbon stitch techniques.
5. Ribbon Stitching in the Hoop
And finally, taking everything into the embroidery hoop. This is where things really come together—combining precision with texture in a way that feels both controlled and creative.
👉 See how to stitch ribbon designs in the hoop.
Come Visit Quilt Social!
If ribbon stitches have been sitting there on your machine, waiting to be explored, this might be your sign to try them.
You’ll find all the steps, small tips, and quiet discoveries over on Quiltsocial a space where you can experiment, learn, and enjoy the process without rushing.
Fancy stitches,
Olesya
