Counted thread stitch is a traditional Chinese embroidery technique commonly employed in both Suzhou and Miao embroidery. It typically utilizes plain fabric as the foundation. For each stitch, the warp and weft threads of the fabric are meticulously counted to match the design, ensuring precise and regular arrangement of the embroidery threads in both length and position. This method often results in symmetrical and finely detailed patterns, making the production process highly intricate.
The Counted Thread Stitch Baby Carrying Belt featured in photos is part of a private collection and was discovered in Southeast Guizhou's Miao-Dong Autonomous Prefecture. Baby carrying belts are indispensable tools used by various ethnic minorities to swaddle their infants. They are traditionally crafted using artisan techniques, including batik, brocade, and embroidery, making them a vital aspect of Guizhou's ethnic minority clothing culture.
The splendid surface of this Baby Carrying Belt boasts a vivid red diamond pattern, skilfully combining Counted thread stitch with various embroidery techniques. The production process is intricate and exceptionally refined.
Counted thread stitch
