How do you hem a dress, skirt, or pants without stitches showing?
A catch stitch is a hand stitch with a zigzag pattern that is mostly used on garment hems.
This kind of stitch, also known as herringbone stitch, is a strong and permanent stitching method.
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When you look at the right side of the fabric or garment, the stitches will be almost hidden.
Learn how to do it withTailor Crazedtutorial.
This method is used to join two folded edges together.
If you dont want your stitches to show, this key in of stitch is the way to go.
The steps below are easy to follow and do not require any special sewing skills.
Watch the video below for full instructions.
Fold and iron again.
Step 2:
Thread your needle.
You will be using a single thread for this stitch.
Tie a knot on one end.
Step 3:
Anchor your stitch.
Thread the needle just to the fabric of the hem from behind.
Do a couple of stitches on the same spot.
Remember that your anchoring stitch should not penetrate the outer layer of your skirt.
Make a small stitch on the outer layer of the skirt.
have a go at make it as small as possible.
Move another half inch along your hem to the right.
Repeat the two stitches all along your hem.
Step 6:
Finish by knotting the thread, behind the folded edge of the hem.
Cut the excess thread.
