I hate stitching ruts. And I am very guilty of falling into them. One of my go-to small space stitches is the Knit Stitch. Its first cousin is what is commonly known as the Kalem Stitch.
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I need to remember to use the Kalem Stitch more often. I love the subtle directional element the Knit Stitch is unable to offer. The Kalem Stitch offers more definition to the knit look due to the over-two-row stitch. The stitched sample is Glisten on 13 mesh for an adorable scarf. (Side note: I can't wait for the new Glisten colors.) This stitch lends itself best to clothing, but consider using it for baskets, small greenery, and perhaps a small animal or two.
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I hope you have the perfect spot for this stitch! Enjoy!