Sometimes hand sewing is better for a project than machine sewing. There are several reasons for this including, but not limited to, your machine can't do a certain stitch or it's impossible to get the fabric under the needle for the particular task you want to do. Regardless of the reason, ... [ Read More ]
How to Finish a Stitch in Hand Sewing
Have you been doing some hand sewing and aren't 100% sure how to finish a stitch as you near the end of the thread? If so, you're in the right place! You'll learn multiple ways to securely tie off a thread in hand sewing. In addition, I'll show you two ways to make sure your finishing knots ... [ Read More ]
How to Whip Stitch by Hand
When an invisible stitch (like the ladder or blind stitch) isn't critical, the whip stitch could be the hand stitch you want to use. The whip stitch is a visible stitch that can be used to hold 2 edges together (finished edges or raw) or hold a raw or flat edge against a flat surface. I've ... [ Read More ]
How to Sew the Blind Stitch by Hand
Do you need an invisible stitch, but the ladder stitch just won't work? Chances are the blind stitch (also called the slip stitch) will get the job done. In the quilting world, this barely-there stitch is called the blind stitch. It's often used in applique, attaching bindings to the back of ... [ Read More ]
How to Do a Running Stitch
The running stitch is a straight stitch that can be worked in both straight and curved lines. Believe it or not, it can be both practical and decorative. It's one of the basic hand-sewing stitches you want in your sewing skills toolkit. Gathering, tucking, mending, and fine sewing are some of ... [ Read More ]
How to Close Openings with the Ladder Stitch
Are you sewing a pillow, scrunchie, or another project that needs to be turned right side out? You're almost done with your project and want to close the opening with a stitch that can't be seen. This is the perfect time to use the ladder stitch. The ladder stitch is an invisible hand stitch ... [ Read More ]
3 Ways to Tie a Knot in Thread
Some sewing projects require hand sewing in addition to machine sewing. When you hand sew, the thread needs to be anchored in the fabric so your stitches are secure. There are several ways to tie a knot in thread for hand sewing, but I have 3 ways that I use frequently. Two are knots but the ... [ Read More ]
How to Fix a Rip in Pants
Do you have a favorite pair of pants that were ripped accidentally or are worn in a particular spot because you wear them so much? Good news! You don't have to throw the garment away or hide it in the back of your closet. (Because you love them and just can't let them go!) There is a way to ... [ Read More ]
Essential Guide for Straight Sewing Pins
Do you want to make your sewing time more efficient and productive? Using the right kind of sewing pin for the fabric and/or project AND how you manage those pins in your sewing space are two ways to increase efficiency and productivity with your sewing. Why Use Pins Chances are whether ... [ Read More ]
How to Make Pattern Weights
When researching straight sewing pins, I came across other options for holding fabric and pattern pieces in place which included clips and sewing weights. I've been using clips to hold fabric pieces together on some projects, but my only experience with pattern weights was what I saw on the tv ... [ Read More ]
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