It's a matter of.....Basic Sewing Stitches(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…
What is Slow Stitching? How to Get StartedWhat is slow stitching? A lot of fun! Learn how to get started with slow stitching and enjoy this creative textile art.
Hand-Sewing Must-haves for BeginnersHave you recently taken up Hand Sewing? Taking the time to sew a little something by hand allows you to slow down the process and savor each stitch.
Vintage Knitting Gorgeousness - A book reviewNow this is why I took on knitting and I'm not giving up! These are just some of the knitting patterns on the gorgeous book "A Stitch in Time - Vintage Knitting and Crochet Patterns 1920-1949: Volume 1" . Aren't these gorgeous? The book consists of knitting patterns adapted to the modern knitter (current yarns, techniques, etc) but it also includes the original pattern with gorgeous vintage images. I love sewing but I also love knitwear, and one of my biggest frustrations is not finding any…
How to Start and End Embroidery Stitches - The Diary of a Northern BelleLearn different ways to start and end your embroidery stitches without using knots. I show you various methods for different stitches!
A Stitch in Time: Vintage Knitting Patterns 1930-1959,№2A Stitch in Time: Vintage Knitting Patterns 1930-1959,№2 — Yandex Disk
How to Fix a Dropped StitchLearn how to fix a dropped stitch in your knitting in this detailed post. When a stitch or two drops, it's no big deal. You can rescue that dropped stitch in no time at all! #sheepandstitch #knitting #knittingtutorials #knit #stitches #knittingmistakes
Thread Starts for Cross Stitch — 7 Ways to Anchor Your First Stitch7 different thread starts: Ways to make that first stitch so that your thread stays in place and keeps your back tidy!
How to sew the PERFECT Ladder Stitch | Invisible Stitch | Hidden Stitch by hand. A Beginner's Guide - MindyMakesLearn to sew a Ladder stitch (invisible stitch) by hand. The Ladder stitch is great for closing seams and repairing holes in clothes.
Colonial knot and how's it different from french knot?French knot is, undoubtedly, the most popular knot stitch out there. But it has a “twin” - colonial knot. Jump in to explore the similarities and differences between the two! So, how do you stitch colonial knot? Many people fear it because it seems tricky. Me too, for a long time I used french knots exclusively and didn't even want to try the colonial one because it just seems difficult. But I was wrong! Once you “crack” the process, stitching colonial knots will go smoothly and fast. The…