Card 14 · Start Sewing
Tacking, back-stitch and blanket stitch.
When making clothes by hand, start with three hand stitches. Tacking stitch is also known as running stitch. Watching a video demonstration and then trying it yourself is the best way to learn.
- Tacking stitch
- Back-stitch
- Blanket stitch
Try it!
☐ Use a sharps needle, any size from 5–10.
☐ Use sewing thread, not embroidery thread.
☐ Sew stitches about 6mm long.
Top tip: Making clothes by hand takes longer, yet it can be very relaxing. Some dressmakers tack clothes together before machine sewing, to spot mistakes and check the fit.
