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!

slip stitch / blind stitch

A slip stitch / blind stitch is a common and excellent hem stitch. It is used when you don't want visible stitches. We use slip stitch / blind stitch for fastening two pieces of fabric together from the right side without the thread showing. Usually, I use it for closing an opening of a pillow, attaching the body and the parts of a sock doll, sewing a seam from the outside of a garment, and other soft finishing.

How I do the slip stitch / blind stitch

Thread the needle and tie a knot at the end. Insert your needle from the fold.

Pull the thread through so the knot is hidden in the fold.

Insert the needle into the opposite layer directly across from where the needle just came out. Insert the needle and run the needle through about 1/4" from the insertion point.

Pull the thread through to bring the fold and the layer closer together.

Reinsert the needle directly across from where the needle just came up out of the fabric. Run the needle through the fold again another 1/4" or so and come up.

Pull the thread through to bring the fold and the layer closer together.

Repeat these steps, you will see the outcome as shown in the picture.

About Me

Hi, I am Rainbow, a typical mum. I especially enjoy sewing sock crafts, decorating and making unique hair accessories. Although I am a full time mother  but I will try my best to reserve time for my favorite craft projects. Prior to creating this blog, I had never thought to post and shared my ideas online. One day of last month, I was seized by a whim to create a blog to store my creative ideas, crafty projects and drabs of my life. Of course, I would like to share all my projects and my drabs of my life with you!

I am not an expert on sewing, knitting or crafting but I have some knowledge of  sewing and knitting and I have my own methods to do my projects. Perhaps some of my tutorials here would give you some ideas to create your own unique projects. I also welcome your comments because I would like to learn from you.　

Crafting is my lifelong hobby. I would never shout "Empty is my life!" because I like crafting and it make my life colorful. Every work done made me smile and satisfied. Don't you? I am sure you are also a craft-lover when you stay and visit my blog. You are welcome to download the photos and tutorials here as a reference for doing your own projects but please do not put it in your blogs/websites.

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