The stitches used for counted thread blackwork are double running or holbein stitch, backstitch, and sometimes stem stitch. Historically, blackwork was worked on plain-weave fabric. Modern embroiderers often use an even-weave fabric made especially for counted thread work.
the stitches used for counted thread blackwork are double running or holbein stitch backstitch and sometimes stem stitch historically blackwork was worked on plain-weave fabric modern embroiderers often use an even-weave fabric made especially for counted thread work