running stitch

A running stitch is one of the most simple and easy hand stitch. The stitch is worked by passing the tip of the needle in and out of the fabric to form many small and even stitches on the needle before pulling the thread through. It is good for gathering fabric, tucking hems or sewing seams which require little strength.

How I do the running stitch

Thread the needle and tie a knot at the end. Insert the needle from the underside of the fabric and pull the thread through.

Now, start passing the tip of the needle in and out of the fabric by leaving a space from the starting point. Keeping the stitches and spaces as even as possible.

Pull the needle through, then you can see the outcome as the picture shown above. Repeat this step till the end of the seam. See, how easy this stitch is!