Split stitch

A split stitch is quite similar to a back stitch but makes your stitches raised for a more decorative stitch. You usually use all 6 strands of thread or use pearle floss (this is floss that does not split into separate strands). Your kit will specify what to use.

You start the stitch by coming up through the back of the fabric and back down a stitch length away (approx. Just under half a cm).

Next, come back up your fabric in the middle of you first stitch and as you come up make sure there is an even number of threads on either side of your needle (usually 3 on each side) or if your using perle come up straight through the middle. 

Then come back down a stitch legnth away and repeat until you come to the end.