Stippling

Stippling (also called meandering or free-motion meander) is a continuous free-motion quilting line that curves and wanders randomly across the fabric surface without ever crossing itself, similar to a jigsaw puzzle outline. Traditional stippling is very dense — lines spaced about 1/4 inch apart — creating a heavily textured background that recedes visually, making other design elements pop. Meandering is the same technique with wider spacing. Stippling requires practice to achieve consistent spacing and fluid curves.