r/HandSew

Took an old hoodie that I didn’t wear anymore and modified it.

At first it was just the pocket and sleeves, but I used a satin-like mystery fabric that didn’t work, so I swapped it out for this white cotton.

The hood was bubbling and warped from age so I completely removed it and made bias binding for the neckline but removing the hood showed that there was warping in the neckline too. I had to remove 3 inches total by opening the shoulder seam and sewing in the extra.

All seams on the sleeve are hand sewn french seams, including the armscye. The pocket was sewn with a folded hem and backstitch. The bias binding is slip stitch.

Overall I’m happy with the colour scheme and contrast of this piece, and I’m glad I went with the bias binding to tie in more white in the design. I learned a lot about fabric choice and connecting a knit and woven with this project, which will be useful for my future designs and alterations.

Getting ready for Halloween! I had so much fun making this cute little pillow 🥰

Edit: thank you for all the answers guys! It’s really been a lot of help, as I had no one to ask. The only exposure I had prior was seeing my grandmother run-stitch hem a pair of jeans. I’ll be sure to use the advice I got here going forward. 😊
Consider this post closed and solved. 👍

Hey everyone! I learned to hand-sew specifically to rescue and repair some donated, heavily damaged Carhartt insulated bibs before autumn. Before doing further repairs to the rest of the batch, I want to make sure my work will actually last. I taught myself and I am HIGHLY skeptical of my work.

I repaired knee/leg blowouts and sealed exposed insulation with low-profile binding hems to prevent moisture rot.

I used 100% nylon upholstery threads and hid the knots to prevent rubbing/discomfort. I tried my best (emphasis on tried) to keep the spacing consistent as well as the staying in a straight, even line. As you can see, the one cuff on the example pair has a slightly tighter pattern compared to the other cuff. I didn’t want the raw edges, but folding and handsewing through 6 layers was just not working unfortunately.

I guess my question to you would be

1. ⁠With hidden knots and nylon upholstery thread, is there a high risk of these stitches unraveling under heavy work use? How would you ensure they would/will stay intact?

Notes:
✅ Shorter stitches on hems to reduce snagging.
✅ Try to fold for a clean, not a raw and exposed, hem.
✅ Make more ‘high-quality.
✅Backstitch rather than running stitch

My dog is blind and needs some retraining so I want to make a couple new treat pouches cause why not lol. Of course part of my machine broke when I was cleaning it right before starting this project so hand sewing it is!

I used Crafting with Clementine’s tutorial for nesting baskets and made the 3 inch one. Added a ribbon between the outer fabric and batting for a drawstring, a loop for a carabiner, and a belt loop which does have medium weight interfacing. I also tacked the lining under the drawstring because it’s just a bag lining.

Gonna fiddle with a few things for the next, machine sewn one haha. Definitely need to make it a bit bigger and figure out a better drawstring situation. I do plan on using this with dry treats or baggies, but it’s all cotton so I’m not worried about having to wash it.

How hard would be to sew trousers like these as a first project for without prior sewing knowledge?

Wanted trousers like these, did not find and thought "why not try to sew them? Atleast it would be better than doomscrolling" and here am i.

Also how many tries until it looks good? And any suggestions for guides? Most of what i find are only about machine sewing

I am a total newbie and just started learning. This embroidered felt tea bag bookmark is the very first thing I have ever made! It is definitely not perfect, but I learned so much making it. I would love any tips or feedback for a beginner!

I made a little ball, all from scraps (including thread). Filled it with catnip but for now the cats don't care x). It was really satisfying to make. I fllowed this pattern/tutorial : https://stitchesandloveblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/free-fabric-balls-tutorial.html?m=1

Hand sewn chemise from a thrifted bedsheet! I followed a pattern online based on 18th century (my inspiration was Colonial fashions). I feel really good about how it came together and I feel ready to hand sew more things! Who knew they were this simple?

He’s a Killer Robot that really likes the hiphop group Czarface

I was thinking of naming him Czarbot

I've had this idea in my head forever to make little stuffed pins and I finally assembled all the bits and pieces and put this little guy together yesterday. Now I can't find the pin backs I bought for the project, so it's not quite complete.

The funniest part was after I sewed the muzzle down by stitching around the nose, I absolutely could NOT progress until I embroidered his smile.

I welcome suggestions on how to make a neater piece, especially how to do a nice even whip stitch.