Definitions of chain stitch
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a looped stitch resembling the links of a chain; used in embroidery and in sewing
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lazy daisy stitch
long chain stitches arranged in flower patterns
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embroidery stitch, sewing stitch
a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather
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lazy daisy stitch
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the most basic of all crochet stitches made by pulling a loop of yarn through another loop
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crochet stitch
any one of a number of stitches made by pulling a loop of yarn through another loop with a crochet needle
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crochet stitch
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