Fabric DIY is basically done with a sewing machine, but sometimes hand sewing is also necessary for some small details. For example, sewing pillow return seams, decorative lace, and sewing hems may require delicate hand sewing. To make it easier to sew by hand, pass the suture through beeswax first. This will strengthen the suture and prevent it from kinking. The following introduces the applicable occasions and sewing methods of flat stitch, blind stitch, and rough stitch.
Flat stitch: Used to temporarily baste, relax, dart or baste seams. Sew from right to left, making several consecutive stitches before pulling the needle through the fabric. When relaxing, gathering or sewing seams, the stitches should be 3 to 6 mm long, when basting, the stitches should be 1.3 cm to 2 cm, and when fast basting, the stitches should be longer.
Concealed stitch A: Used to sew returns, linings and trims, etc., sew from right to left, hold the folded edge with your left hand, and let the needle pass through the folded edge and pull it out upwards Needle and thread. Sew a small stitch right where the thread is pulled out, and continue to sew a stitch every 6 mm.
Hidden stitch B: Used to sew hems. This stitch cannot be seen on both sides of the hems. Working from right to left, needle point to the left, sew a very small stitch into the fabric. Gently roll the edge of the hem back and sew the next stitch inside the hem, to the left of the first stitch. 6mm to 1.3cm. Don't pull the thread too tight.
Coarse sewing: Often used to sew attached rings or heavier accessories, reinforce linings or position welts, etc. Make 2 or 3 stitches in the same place with double thread, one stitch on top of the other, and secure with a backstitch. When rough sewing multiple layers of fabric, be careful not to sew through the outermost layer of fabric.
