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Stitches: Running Stitch Slip Stitch

The document provides instructions on basic sewing techniques, including the use of a needle and thread, and various stitching methods such as running stitch, slip stitch, zig-zag stitch, and overcast stitch. Each technique is described with steps to achieve the desired results, emphasizing the importance of pulling the thread tight for a neat finish. These skills are fundamental for anyone looking to improve their sewing abilities.

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Stitches: Running Stitch Slip Stitch

The document provides instructions on basic sewing techniques, including the use of a needle and thread, and various stitching methods such as running stitch, slip stitch, zig-zag stitch, and overcast stitch. Each technique is described with steps to achieve the desired results, emphasizing the importance of pulling the thread tight for a neat finish. These skills are fundamental for anyone looking to improve their sewing abilities.

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STITCHES

Using a needle and thread is the most basic skill of all. With your thimble on the middle finger of your sewing
hand, hold the needle between your thumb and forefinger. The needle’s eye should rest near the thimble and
point in the direction you plan to sew. Brace the needle against the side of the thimble – and stitch.
RUNNING STITCH You can sew faster by picking up several stitches in a row,
and weaving the needle in and out of the fabric. Then slide the stiches back onto the thread by pulling the
needle through the row. SLIP STITCH Slip stitching is invisible from either side of the stitched piece.
First, pick up a few threads on your needle from the fold of
the bottom edge. Now slip the needle ½” into the upper fold
edge. Pull the needle out and repeat. Pull the thread tight so
the edges of the fabric are close together and the stitches cannot be seen. ZIG‐ZAG STITCH
Stitch back and forth between the edges of an opening: pull the threads tight as you sew to close the opening.

OVERCAST STITCH
Make slanted stitches ½” apart over the edge of the fabric.

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