Invisible! Is that even possible? The way my stitches go, any person can spot it from a mile away. Even my machine stitching is weird enough to be visible from far enough. So it is indeed a challenge to think about invisible stitching of a seam or hem entirely by hand. There are some cute … Read more
Zig Zag stitch is one helluva versatile stitch. There is no end to the things you can do in sewing with this stitch, with its wavy zig zag lines. So, even if your sewing life can exist without this stitch (A Straight stitch is all that you need for most of all sewing), you may … Read more
This post is about the most commonly used stitches you should know. Most domestic machines come with a straight stitch, a zigzag stitch, and several zigzag variations that work as decorative stitches. For the longest time, I used only the straight stitch, but once I started the others, there was no looking back. Here is … Read more
Crooked seam lines — even experienced sewists dread them. Tools like a magnetic seam guide can help you stitch perfectly straight lines every time. Read on to know about all the other hacks you can use to stitch your seam perfectly straight. Throat plate seam guide Most sewing machines have these seam guide lines – … Read more
A Bar tack is a high-density stitch made to reinforce areas of stress. It is extensively used in sewing on areas where there is constant usage, push and pull and consequent strain resulting in ripped stitches, like securing belt loops, pockets, buttons, zippers, and other functional elements of garments. It is more efficient than double … Read more
Just when you think that you have done everything perfectly – got that perfect fabric, perfect pattern, and has got the perfect fitting, everything turns topsy-turvy. There are eyesores at the seams and hems. You are right to be disappointed. What you are seeing is the much dreaded Puckering. What is Puckering in sewing? Puckering is … Read more