Line dance tutorial

Stitches

Danced to “Stitches” by Shawn Mendes.

Improver4 wall32 countAmy Glass
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Stoney’s Rockin Rodeo, Yella Beak Saloon and Sidewinders

Tutorial

Demo

Bars that play it

Every bar has its go-to setlist

Here's where this one shows up.

Stoney’s Rockin Rodeo
Sacramento · Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Fridays & Saturdays & Sundays
Yella Beak Saloon
Enumclaw · Fridays & Saturdays
Sidewinders
Roanoke · Tuesdays & Thursdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Stitches line dance danced to?+

The Stitches is most commonly danced to “Stitches” by Shawn Mendes. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Stitches line dance?+

32 counts across 4 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 90° to face a new wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Is the Stitches an improver line dance?+

Yes, the Stitches is rated improver. If you're new to line dancing, get comfortable with basic grapevines and triple steps first, then drill it one 8-count at a time.

Do you need a partner to dance the Stitches?+

No. Like every line dance, the Stitches is danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, so you can join in without a partner.

How do I practice the Stitches at home?+

Slow the tutorial video on this page to 70–75% speed in YouTube's settings and drill one 8-count at a time. Once each section feels automatic, chain two together, then run the whole dance to music.

What is a line dance?+

A line dance is a choreographed sequence danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, no partner needed. The Stitches repeats the same 32-count sequence, turning to face a new wall each time through. Once the counts click, you can join in the moment the song comes on.