: To perform a split stitch, bring the needle up through the fabric, take a small stitch forward, and then bring the needle back up through the center of the previous stitch, literally "splitting" the thread.
: Place a cushion or rug under your back knee for comfort. Gradually let your feet slide apart while inhaling and exhaling deeply to relax the muscles. Split in Stockings.mp4
In the context of holiday crafts, such as , a "split" refers to the split stitch used for embroidering names onto the cuff. : To perform a split stitch, bring the
: Trace the desired name onto tissue paper and pin it to the stocking felt as a guide. In the context of holiday crafts, such as
: Use 3 or 4 strands of embroidery floss for a bold look.
: Once the name is complete, gently tear away the tissue paper to reveal the embroidered name on the felt.