Manual blind stitch

The content of the article

• What is a blind seam and why is it needed
• How to hem trousers manually with a hidden seam
• How to make a blind seam for toys

Designed for discreetly connecting the elements of the product, hidden stitching is performed only with manual sewing. The main feature of this work is that the stitches are barely visible from the outside of the finished thing. Using this technique, you can connect the necessary parts, manually make soft toys, neat folds.

What is a blind seam and why is it needed

Performing a blind seam manually requires compliance with maximum accuracy, accuracy. In the absence of experience, detailed instructions will help. You need to work in one thread using a thin hand needle. The important thing is not so much the execution of the stitch as the result – the perfect appearance of the product. If the fabric is mottled and loose, it is not difficult to lay an inconspicuous line. Another thing is the processing of the bottom of the clothes from a thin, plain fabric, on which puffs are easily formed.

Hidden stitches, made by hand to seamlessly connect the two elements, are used when you need to carefully repair or process something. This line is used for:

• trim the bottom of trousers, skirts or dresses;
• completing the manufacture of a soft toy;
• minor repairs of an expensive product damaged on the front side;
• securing blouse sleeves.

How to hem trousers manually with a hidden seam

Before you make a hidden seam by hand, you need to carefully measure the desired length of the trousers, turning the edge on the person. You should set aside a stock of at least 3.5 cm in case you need to lengthen the item. To smoothly cut off the legs, fold them along the entire length, pin them with pins. For high-quality bending, you need to stitch the tape, process the edges with an overlock. The remaining ends of the thread can be hidden with a hook.

To hem the pants with your own hands, do the following:

1. Turn things inside out.
2. Pin the bend 1 cm from the cut.
3. Enter the needle in the overlock line.
4. Grab 1-2 threads of canvas.
5. Take the needle back into the hem. Stitch pitch should be no more than 1 cm.
6. Sew both legs.
7. Turn the thing on the front side.
8. Iron the stock inside the leg.
9. Iron the arrows on the front using a cloth.

How to make a blind seam for toys

Making plush crafts is not complete without a hidden line. Blind seam manually done as follows:

1. Insert the thread into the needle.
2. Tie a knot.
3. Insert the needle into the open hole in the fold from the inside so that the knot is not visible.
4. Move the tool in the opposite direction.
5. Grab 1-2 fibers, gently pulling the joint.
6. Insert the needle again into the fold of the side from which work began.
7. Grab a pair of fibers, pull out the tool, stretching it forward.
8. Sew the hole all the way.
9. Fasten the thread, cut it short with scissors.