Hand Sewing Basics

If you are a true beginner the first video shows you how to thread your needle and knot your thread. The second video discusses how I hold my needle, tension the work, sit comfortably and sew with my whole arm. The third video is practicing specific stitches. Remember to sit up straight but keep your hands relaxed. Sewing using proper technique will make your sewing practice sustainable.

Watch this video to practice your stitches. The face mask uses versions of each of these. Time stamps for stitches:

+ Running Stitch: 5:31

+ Backstitch: 8:35

+ Hemming: 12:48