A chain stitch is a simple crochet stitch that consists of a series of loops that lock together to form a chain-like pattern. It is a stitch that can be used to form curves and free-flowing patterns and is often used in surface embroidery.

Traditionally chain stitch embroidery was distinctively created by the Chinese using silk thread.

Chain Stitch is also a term used in rug making. when used in rug making, a chain stitch consists of successive loops to lock the final weft in place at the end of a rug.

There are several variations of chain stitch, they are:

• Back-stitched chain stitch
• Braid stitch
• Cable chain stitch
• Knotted chain stitch
• Open chain stitch
• Petal chain stitch
• Rosette chain stitch
• Singalese chain stitch
• Twisted chain stitch
• Wheat-ear stitch
• Zig-zag chain stitch