Hand Sew a Slip Stitch

Slip Stitch Tips

Sample of Hand Sewn Slip Stitch

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com

• Use a single thread for less visibility.
• On lightweight tightly woven fabric, consider sewing with thin bobbin thread for less visibility.
• Practice the stitch on gingham fabric to learn to evenly space your stitches.
• Always keep the stitches in the same direction so they apear even on the outside of the garment.

• Anchor the Knot
• The Slip Stitch
• Slip Stitch Tips