My favorite gift I received as a kid was a sewing kit. My mom gave it to me when I must have been in about fourth or fifth grade. She had found a metal box with a hinged lid and carrying handles that flip down to the sides so you can pull open the lid. … Continue reading
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How to Sew the Slip Stitch [Video Tutorial]
The slip stitch is a great hand sewing stitch for closing an opening in a seam from the right side of the fabric, or outside of the project. Even though you’re sewing on the outer surface of the project, the stitches are virtually invisible. I use the slip stitch often in finishing projects, including the … Continue reading