Couture hand sewing stitches you should know

Couture hand sewing stitches you should know

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8 Couture Stitches for Fierce Handmade Garments
By Maris Olsen
We're all about getting the most out of your sewing machine, but once you start working
away from it, you're likely to fall in love with the precision and pace of couture hand sewing .
So go on and thread a small needle (a size 9 or 10) and start practicing these basic couture
stitches. Then try them out on your next handmade garment!
Pro Tip
Before you begin, your single strand of high-quality thread needs to be ready for
smooth stitching. Run it over a cake of beeswax, then lay the coated thread on a
paper towel and press with a warm iron to meld the wax. Now you're ready to stitch!

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1. Running Stitch
Use a running stitch for basting, thread tracing and gathering fabric. Because this stitch is
mostly used to hold layers of fabric together, it doesn't need to be perfectly uniform —
meaning you can work quickly.
TRY IT
2. Hand Overcasting
Hand overcasting is used to edge-finish seam allowances on unlined garments. Just make
this stitch slightly loose, so the garment seam allowances don't pull and hang incorrectly
from the right side.
TRY IT

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3. Backstitch
Fun fact: this extra-strong stitch was used to assemble garments by hand before sewing
machines came on the scene. So it makes sense that it still works well for hand stitching
seams, securing thread when you don't want a knot, hand-picking zippers and making
decorative topstitching. A tell-tale sign you're doing it right? On the underside of the fabric,
the stitch should look similar to a chain.
TRY IT

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4. Catch Stitch
Use the catch stitch for hemming, tacking a facing at the seam edge and securing a seam
allowance to an underlining. This stitch is worked from left to right, and when done correctly,
will form small Xs. It also has some built-in elasticity, so it's great for hems, tacking and
sewing knits .
TRY IT
5. Herringbone Stitch
You might recognize this stitch from hand embroidery , but it's also a great option for
couture sewing. Herringbone stitch holds the fabric flat whiel still providing plenty of give for
movement (something that's super important for clothing, naturally).
TRY IT

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6. Blind Hem Stitch
This is another great stitch for hems, and when done correctly it's practically invisible on your
garment. The key is to pick up just a few fibers of your fabric as you stitch — when done in a
thread matching your fabric, these tiny stitches won't show.
TRY IT
7. Flat-Fell Stitch

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Flat-fell stitch is known for its strength and widely used to secure a lining in place, so it's a go-
to for couture dresses and skirts .
TRY IT
8. Buttonhole Stitch
This hand stitch is a bit complicated when you're first learning, but it's the best way to secure
garment fasteners like hooks and eyes . Once you get the hang of it, it'll feel similar to
creating a blanket stitch .
TRY IT
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