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Embroidery looks difficult until the stitches are broken into small, repeatable movements. Most beautiful floral borders, name hoops, cushion covers, kurtas, handkerchiefs, and tote bags start with the same few stitches. This guide explains 10 basic embroidery stitches one by one, with simple directions on where the needle goes in, where it comes out, and how each stitch should look. Practise them on plain cotton fabric first, then try them on small designs. Start with simple tools and a firm...