Sewing Machine Techniques : Hand Sewing for Beginners

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A beginners hand sewing technique is the basting stitch, which consists of quarter-inch long stitches created by running the needle in and out of the fabric. Learn the basting stitch, which is helpful in piecing together a project before sewing the final seams, with instructions from a sewing craftsman in this free video on sewing. Expert: Sam Lewis Contact: www.darkleather.net Bio: Sam Lewis is an Austin-based artist and craftsman who works in clothing, leatherwork, photography and wood. Filmmaker: Todd Green