Also known as the Scotch or Scottish stitch, this technique is basically a stitch formation and a form of diagonal stitch. It is formed by a series of straight stitches of varying lengths worked diagonally across the ground material, thus forming a square. An alternating or reversed cushion stitch is comparable, but the diagonal stitches are worked in alternating directions.

The reversed mosaic stitch is comparable to the diagonal mosaic stitch, but different cells of three stitches (two short diagonal stitches flanking a large diagonal stitch) are worked in opposite direction to each other.

The diagonal mosaic stitch is a very simple form of diagonal stitch, built up of two short, diagonal stitches flanking one larger, diagonal one. When applied vertically, it is called the Hungarian stitch. Also known as the condensed Scotch stitch.

The plaited braid stitch is a complex stitch with loops, which creates a wide border. It is worked downwards, and to achieve the desired effect, a heavier thread should be used. While working, the loops can temporarily be pinned in place.

Photograph of three Toda women from the Nilgiri Hills in southern India. The photograph was taken in the early 1870's and is publsihed as Plate IV of James Wilkinson Breeks, An Account of the Primitive Tribes and Monuments of the Nilgiris (India Museum, London, 1873). They are traditionally known for their jewellery and garments, including shawls and cloaks that are decorated with black and red embroidery.

Photograph of a Burmese princess (or dancer), taken in a studio in Delhi around 1890 by Felice Beato (1825-c. 1907). The photograph shows a woman holding a long cheroot and wearing a heavily decorated set of garments and accessories, including a crown and a wrap-around skirt (hta-mein). The latter is worn underneath a richly embroidered garment made of flaring panels.

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