Hand sewing for beginners

This beginners hand sewing guide is intended as a companion to your sewing kit that you can pull out when in doubt instead of using your phone or computer, allowing you to stay focused on your work and keep your relaxing handwork experience screen free. You may wish to print the entire guide or print only the pages you think you will need more frequently. Over time, this guide will help you to grow in confidence in your hand sewing skills.

Hand sewing can be one of the most relaxing creative activities - as long as you know some of the basics. 

This 16-page guide includes the following: 

- Sewing kit checklist

- A guide on fabric choices

- Thread anchoring - 5 knots explained

- Stitch types and their uses

- Seam types and their uses

- 7 stitches explained

- 3 seam finishes explained

- 25 project ideas to get you started

The accompanying video goes straight into all the basic hand sewing techniques you need, covering each method in a short clip with minimal explanations and no spoken words so you can take it in visually and without distraction or overwhelm. It’s the ideal resource for visual learners who are seeking a hobby that helps them feel calm. 

Once you are equipped with these few tools and skills, a whole new world of creativity will be open to you: from English paper piecing, hexagon and Pojagi patchwork, Sashiko and Boro mending, to sewing small useful items like hair accessories, purses, containers and playful decorative items.