Although this is called the Inside-out button hole Wheel stitch I think it’s just a buttonhole stitch in a circular shape. It makes great small flowers as well a decorative flower centers. I’ve used it on numerous projects, so I thought I’d make a simple tutorial that you can link to when I refer to it in a pattern.

Let’s begin.

Start by drawing a circle with outward facing spokes or petals. A circle template works great for this.

Working in a clockwise direction, bring your needle up between two of the spokes. Pull the thread through.

Insert the needle back into the fabric at the end of the spoke to the right. Bring the needle back up at the base of the spoke. Slide the thread under the end of the needle and then pull the thread through.