Essential Hand Sewing Stitches. Running Stitch. Backstitch. Blanket Stitch. Whip Stitch. Cross Stitch. Pickstitch. Catchstitch. Invisible Stitch

(Image courtesy of http://0.tqn.com/d/diyfashion/) With our focus being upon obtaining a Sewing Kit this week, I thought it would be most helpful to review some basic stiches. (Image courtesy of http://www.sewdresses.com/) Okay, so you see the stitches, when and what do you use them for? Check out these links for more information! http://www.alternative-windows.com/stitches.htm http://cyberseams.com/article/105045/basics/how_to_sew_by_hand_basic_stitches.html http://home.clara.net/hutchal/curtains/sewguide.htm Get a scrap of material, and while you are watching a favorite show, try some of these. You need to practice so that you can use the stitches when you need them. Traditionally, they won't be pretty at first, but after a few stitches, you will get the hang of it! Impress you family and friends! It is surprising how much people marvel when you can quickly fix a garment.....because many of them have never seen it done. Increase your self-reliance skills while showing your family and the Lord that you are thankful for the goodness that you have been blessed with. Stitch away....Today!

Long and short stitch is the key stitch used in the silk shading technique. While simple in concept, it's taken practice to get to grips with it.

Sylvia Pippen –– This mini forty-eight-page book is packed with mega information on all the key sashiko basics! Best-selling author Sylvia Pippen shares everything from a bit of history and applications for sashiko to the necessary supplies, how to mark the designs, and stitching techniques. Even learn how to create your own sashiko design from your favorite inspirational photo! Or use one of the twenty-seven included designs. Plus, at such a great price, you can afford to buy one for your sewing group, sister, mom, friend, or anyone else you know who loves to sew as much as you do! Sashiko is easy to do on the go and this guide is perfect to go with you Twenty-seven designs in a handy pocket size Tips and tricks to make sashiko embroidery more successful, including how to prepare the thread, how to avoid pulling, successful stitching, and even ironing #20446 UPC: 734817-204466 eISBN: 978-1-61745-970-2   Related Blog Posts Start Sashiko with these Simple Tips and Tools Brand New Quilting, Sashiko, And Embroidery Projects! The link will open in a new tab or window.

When it comes time to finish the inside edges of a garment, such as the inner edge of a waistband, cuff, collar, binding, etc, you can choose to secure the edge with a hand stitch or a machine stitch technique known as stitching in the ditch. This tidy stitch is fast compared to a hand sewn slip stitch and can save you

This stitch is simple and easy to knit, making it a perfect knit stitch for blankets. The four-row repeat is easy to learn because each row uses one stitch.

So many of you were asking, how I finish my hoops. This is how I usually do it. Quite easy and always satisfying ☺️ Which technique do you use?

It's finally here! The video showing you how I do big stitch quilting - a super easy and fun hand quilting technique! Big stitch quilting is my new favorite way to hand quilt - I'm not sure I'll ever go back to traditional hand quilting. It's just so much fun! I love the chunkiness of the

Japanese embroidery ideas and techniques to try something a little different and learn about a different culture.

Have you ever wondered how to undo serger stitches without ripping them out one by one? This tutorial will show you how.

In textiles, a stitch is a series of repetitive single turns or loops of threads or yarns through interloping, intralooping, or interlacing....

A comparison of crochet rib stitch techniques. Using the back loop only, front loop and slip stitches to created knit-look elastic ribbing.

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A pojagi (noun) is a wrapping cloth, but it also refers to a whole collection of sewing techniques by both hand and machine.

Learn all about the beautiful and versatile satin stitch. Discover the different types of satin stitches and how to create smooth fillings.

Stay stitching happens right at the beginning of the process of producing a fine garment. Learn how to sew stay stitch step by step and why.

See how to do an invisible stitch by hand, using the so-called ladder stitch, slip stitch, or even blind stitch. Easy and quick!

Discover the art of paper embroidery with our guide and step-by-step tutorial for creating beautiful embroidered paper vase sleeves.

I am going to go over the blanket stitch. It is a stitch commonly used to join two fabrics together (like on a blanket, hence the name) or for applique....

Easy types of knit ribbing with step-by-step instructions and video tutorials. Learn when to use rib stitches in knitting and which stitches to choose.

Learn to sew a Ladder stitch (invisible stitch) by hand. The Ladder stitch is great for closing seams and repairing holes in clothes.

We will share an article how to cross stitch step by step based on the cross stitch pattern. We make this tutorial suitable for beginners.

Learn how to do a stitch known as the hidden slip stitch, which is the perfect stitch to use when sewing bindings or doing hand applique.

I actually really LOVE the art of appliqué! Even though I don't use it that much (practically never) but I do love seeing others' works on the Internet and appreciate the artistry so much :) My October project that I've mentioned earlier in this post is also appliqué-friendly and, personally, I'm going to experiment a little in this field! So I thought if anyone wants to try the same I should tell a bit more about the methods of applique in advance. Method 1 So, the first thing you should remember is that the majority of fabrics tend to fray on the edge. And because of this, if you just simply baste a cutout to the ground fabric, eventually it will fray quite a lot even if at first it doesn't look like it. However, sometimes this kind of ragged and frazzled edge might be the desired effect! Especially, for enthusiasts of rustic style. In such cases, this method is what you need. And, basically, all you need to do is just work back stitch along the whole shape, stepping a little away from the edge. Make your stitches rather small so that all of the fibers are secured. I'm using quilting cotton in this example and it doesn't really fray that much – I frayed it myself for this picture as well as I could. However, if you use linen, for example, it is likely to fray a lot easier and the fibers might pull apart right in front of the stitches. In this case, your back stitching should be even smaller. Method 2 If you don't want the edges to fray, you can work buttonhole (blanket) stitch around the shape. You can work it more densely, of course, like I did in one of the examples in this post. By the way, I'm using a thread of contrasting color for all of the appliqué methods in this article to make it more clear. Naturally, you can use thread of a color similar to the appliqué cutout if you don't want it to stand out too much. Ah, and this method is commonly used in felt applique! Method 3 Now, if you don't want any fraying to take place but also don't want to work a border of buttonhole stitch around it, you can use a fusible interfacing! :) Instructions are easy: 1) cut a piece of interfacing material equal to the piece of fabric you want to apply it too, 2) interfacing material has two sides, one of which is adhesive. Put the interfacing piece with the adhesive side up, and lay the fabric piece on top of it, with its backside down and face up. In conclusion, the adhesive side should be next to the backside of the fabric. 3) iron it thoroughly (settings of heat are according to the type of fabric) staying for several seconds in one place. When you have applied interfacing with the fabric, cut the shape out of it. The thing is, the fibers are now glued from underneath so they are going to hold together and are very unlikely to fray. It is almost like paper. Well, unless you expose it some rough tugging like in a washing machine or if you use it on everyday clothes So, what you will do now will depend on your artistic choice. If you want it to look raw like it is, you can baste it down with tiny running stitches of similar color. Or you can use any decorative stitch, you can find many on the Stitch Library. I used french knots here :) Method 4 This one is likely to look a bit more dimensional, but there is like 0 chances for any fraying to happen. And again, we need interfacing material (it will give a certain advantage but actually you can use another fabric, I will mention it below). BUT we need to put fabric and interfacing material in a different manner now! So, what we do is we put fabric face up, and then we lay interfacing material with adhesive side down. So, the face of the fabric and the adhesive side are supposed to be looking at each other. Then you can draw the shape down and backs titch along the edge. Cut the shape out with a seam allowance and cut a slit in the interfacing material. The turn it out. Now you have a shape like this – face of the fabric up and adhesive side down. You can now place it where you need on the ground fabric and iron it down. If you want to secure it even better, you can stitch a border of buttonhole stitch again, or baste it down in any other way. Or you can work invisible stitch like I did in this example. Like I mentioned, this method can be used with a different fabric instead of interfacing material. Just skip the ironing part and baste the piece down in the way you prefer the most :) So, here are 4 methods for your fabric appliqué! As for me, methods 2 and 3 are what I'm more likely to use but in the end, it all depends on the situation. Hope you find the method you of your liking too and try some appliqué in your next project! :)

A visual dictionary of techniques. Click on the ‘play’ buttons next to the names to hear the Japanese pronunciations. For detailed instruction on techniques see Jane’s book ‘Stitched Shibori’. Why not book into her interactive zoom courses ‘Shibori Stream’ – You can read the reviews by students and see her students’ members gallery. Stitched Shibori […]

What is slow stitching? A lot of fun! Learn how to get started with slow stitching and enjoy this creative textile art.

Today I will walk you how to sew the elastic waistband on the Arden Pants, including inserting the elastic, and topstitching the waistband.

Learn sewing secrets that every beginner should know. These sewing tips will save you time and frustration!

Discover the beautiful world of intarsia crochet, a captivating colorwork technique that allows you to create stunning patterns with multiple yarn colors. Learn how to work with more yarns, uncover helpful tips and tricks, explore the differences between intarsia crochet and tapestry crochet, and find answers to frequently asked questions. Don't miss our step-by-step photo

Also known as: Hungarian Braided Chain Stitch The braided chain stitch is worked almost the same way as the heavy chain stitch. There is only…

Did you know you can convert a cross stitch pattern into a needlepoint design? Let's explore how.

The herringbone stitch is a great way to add an interesting texture to your projects! If you can single crochet you can easily do this stitch. Scroll below for a quick tutorial.The herringbone single crochet stitch is a two row repeat stitch. When working with this stitch, you will repeat rows 1 and 2 to create the beautiful herringbone texture. Please note that each row starts with a regular single crochet stitch ( or reverse single crochet stitch) as the first stitch. Then proceed working in

Learn 4 easy crochet seaming techniques that are perfect for beginners. How to seam crochet squares and pieces using a tapestry needle or a crochet hook.