Hand Sewing Techniques
Backstitching by hand for strong seams
How to backstitch by hand, including the stitch sequence, securing the start and finish, and the seams where this stitch is the right choice.
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Hand Sewing Techniques
The essential hand stitches for seaming, hemming and mending, with guidance on tension, even spacing and when hand work is the better choice.
Hand Sewing Techniques
Basic hand stitches for mending and construction
The four basic hand stitches for mending and construction, running, backstitch, whipstitch and slipstitch, with their typical uses, strength and visibility.
Hand Sewing Techniques
How to sew a blind hem by hand
A step-by-step guide to a hand blind hem, covering the folded edge, the blind catch stitch, thread tension and how to check that the stitches stay hidden.
Hand Sewing Techniques
How to sew a running stitch evenly
How to sew an even running stitch by hand, covering needle and thread setup, steady spacing, loading the needle, tension control and a simple practice exercise.
Hand Sewing Techniques
When to choose hand stitching over machine stitching
Learn which sewing tasks suit hand stitching and which suit the machine, covering delicate fabrics, finishing work, in-place repairs and the time each approach takes.