Even if you prefer to sew by machine, there will come times when hand stitching is your best option. Hand stitching is usually preferred for finishing waistbands, linings, and hems, when you want to achieve a flawless finish. Here are four of the most useful hand sewing stitches, and what they are used for. Running […]
Sewing By Hand – What Accessories Are Needed?
Hand sewing is at least a small part of sewing, and you are going to either love it or hate it. Either way, it is necessary, and you will need most of the items below in order to take on this task on a regular basis. Or at the very least, they will make it […]
Is Hand Sewing Simply A Pastime
People with hand sewing skills were highly sought after long before the introduction of tabletop and handheld sewing machines. Anyone who possesses those skills in this day and age are still greatly appreciated and in demand in certain circles. Being able to mend garments by hand without leaving any evidence that there was a cut or […]
Hand Sewing Leather Patches On Jeans
Adding personality to a favorite pair of jeans by sewing leather patches on them in the shapes of letters, animals and other cool designs has been and still is an interesting way to outwardly express a creative mind. The designs that are available are limitless. Anyone interested in doing this can easily find thousands of […]
How To Sew Leather: 5 Helpful Tips
When it comes to sewing, leather is a very tricky material to master. Whether you are planning to use real leather or one of the faux options available, you will find the following advice on how to sew leather quite helpful. 1. Don’t Use Pins Most people prefer to use pins to hold fabric in […]
How To Hand Sew – The Basics
Knowing how to hand sew is one of the basic skills that every person should achieve. It helps for making simple repairs to clothing and other fabric items as well as allows for small or basic alterations. First and foremost, you need the basic tools: – A sewing needle. – Thread. – Scissors. – Fabric. […]