So for these basics, we'll stick to hand sewing. Here's what you'll need: A needle : You'll want sewing sharps, a type of needle with a pointed end that glides through fabric without damaging it.

A basic hand-sewing kit includes thread, hand-sewing needles and a thimble, if you plan on doing a lot of work by hand. Running the thread through some beeswax will prevent it from tangling.

Ideally, though, you’ll have a selection of needles of different sizes, so you can select what makes the most sense for your project, and some good quality hand-sewing thread. First, cut your ...

A really useful sewing technique to learn. Step 4. With your thread still attached, work a series of blanket stitches as ...

Common thread runs through group where hand sewing preserved, ‘lifelong friendships stitched’ by dorothy trick Special to The Advocate; Jun 13, 2016 Jun 13, 2016; 3 min to read ...