Seam stitch by hand

See how to do an invisible stitch by hand, using the so-called ladder stitch, slip stitch, or even blind stitch. Easy and quick - this is one of the most useful hand sewing stitches. You might also find invisible stitch under names such as ladder stitch technique, slip stitch sewing, or even blind stitch seam. No matter how you call it, it's an excellent way to hide your stitches even when sewing on the outside of an item, like a pillow, a piece of clothing, or plushie toys.

Using either a running stitch or backstitch is two of the most common methods to sew a seam by hand. Although they are not always as strong as using a sewing machine, there are times that you can’t beat the convenience that comes with sewing by hand. As a beginner sewer, one of the things […]

How to sew a ladder stitch - close a seam invisibly - aka slip stitch, blind stitch or invisible stitch instructions

This month on the blog we've been talking about couture sewing. After Heather's couture sewing workshop and trip to Paris with Susan Khalje this fall, she has been trying her hand at a bunch of new techniques. Well... new to her. The funny thing about all of these incredibly revered and mysterious applications is that […]

Learn the 4 most common hand sewing stitches used in sewing clothes

Learn how to sew by hand for BEGINNERS! This step-by-step guide will show you the EASIEST ways no matter what your sewing project requires.

Step by step tutorial and tips for sewing the perfect ladder stitch so seams will appear invisible. Useful to repair holes in clothes and mend a hole in fabrics. A must know for all sewing projects. | Ladder Stitch Tutorial | Invisible Stitch | Hidden Stitch #sewingtips #sewingforbeginners #sewingtipsandtricks #sewinghowto

Hand applied overcast stitches and how to use them to clean finish seams. Learn how to sew a hand overcast stitch and a blanket stitch to encase seam allowance edges by hand. When and how to use hand-applied seam finishes- all is covered in this detailed tutorial.

(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…

How to Hand Sew Strong Seams from Start to Finish