What is the purpose of that little hole in the safety pin?
5 Old-Fashioned Sewing Tips You Should Know
1. Use Dry Soap to Mark Your Fabric
Don’t have tailor’s chalk or an erasable marker on hand? A bar of dry soap will do. It leaves a visible mark that washes away—and won’t stain your fabric. Smart and budget-friendly!
2. Reinforce your seams with a backstitch
To prevent your seams from unraveling over time, finish each stitch by going back over the last few inches. This technique—called backstitching—will increase the durability of your garments and sewn items.
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3. Pin diagonally for better grip
Instead of pinning perpendicular to the seam, try placing your pins at an angle. This will help the fabric stay in place better and reduce slippage. Plus, the pins are easier to remove while you’re sewing, which helps keep your lines straight and smooth.
4. Make strong knots with minimal effort
