The Whipped Wheat Stitch adds a striking effect to smocking. It has the appearance of a Satin Stitch line, similar to the Trailing Stitch.

Start with a line of Wheat Stitching. With a second thread, come up on the left side of the first pleat. Without piercing the fabric, thread the needle through the first stitch, both Outline and Stem (Step 2). If you use a tapestry needle for this step, it will be easier to avoid piercing the fabric. Continue on in this way until all the Wheat Stitches are wrapped (Step 3).