Holbein stitch
nounEtymology
Named after Hans Holbein the Younger (1497-1543), 16th-century portrait painter who depicted people in clothing embroidered in this style.
Definitions
A simple, reversible line embroidery stitch commonly used in blackwork and Assisi…
A simple, reversible line embroidery stitch commonly used in blackwork and Assisi embroidery.
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