A running stitch is a simple stitch that weaves in and out of the cloth. Sew a running stitch.
It is the fastest hand stitch and the weakest, which is why it holds things temporarily. A running stitch gathered up on its thread is how a frill is made.
1nounrunning stitchA simple stitch that weaves in and out of the cloth.
“A running stitch held the hem until she could get to the machine.”
running stitch is a stitch.
Practised in Knitting & Sewing