Sewing concept

Invisible hand stitch

A hand-sewing technique used to close the elastic insertion opening seamlessly from the outside. A hand-sewing technique used to close the turning opening and secure facings invisibly. (merged)

Where it is used

Closing the lining opening

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  1. Hand-sew the opening left in the lining’s side seam using invisible stitches.
Closing the lining opening
Open the step in the "Bandeau Top Sewing Pattern PDF | Strapless Tube Top | Y2K Crop Top | Womens Summer Beachwear | XS-M" pattern →

Step 4

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  1. Secure the seam allowance of the front slits with invisible stitches, stopping 5 cm above the bottom of the pant legs.
Step 4
Open the step in the "Front Slit Pants Pattern PDF | Cutout Trousers Sewing | Split Hem Flare Pants | Y2K Festival Bottoms | Trendy Womens Sewing XS-M" pattern →

Hand stitch the open section

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  1. Hand stitch the open section using invisible stitches. Finish with a final pressing.
Hand stitch the open section
Open the step in the "Summer Mini Dress Sewing Pattern | A Line Dress Pattern | Wedding guest dress | Sleeveless Dress Pattern | US 6-16 | A4, Letter, Plotter" pattern →

Hand stitch dress hem

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  1. Hand stitch the hem using invisible, loose stitches for maximum stretch. Secure the thread at the side seams and the center back seam.
Hand stitch dress hem
Open the step in the "Verona Dress / Knit Dress Sewing Pattern with Instruction, Elegant Long Sleeve Flare Design for Everyday or Evening/A4,USLetter,Ploter/L-XXL" pattern →

Close opening and finish

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  1. Close the opening by hand using invisible stitches. Press the garment to finish. Mark the buttonhole placements on the right front panel and the button placements on the left front panel. Stitch the buttonholes and sew on the buttons.
Close opening and finish
Open the step in the "Women’s Sleeveless Vest Sewing Pattern | Button Front Top | V-Neck Vest | Beginner Friendly | L–XXL | A4, Letter, Plotter" pattern →

Related terms

← requiresHand sewing needle
requiresThread
← requiresSleeve hem
← requiresDress hem
applied toLining fabric