What is the safety pin hole for?
août 17, 2025 par admin
Use dry soap to mark fabric
If you donât have chalk or an erasable marker on hand, a simple bar of dry soap can do the trick. It leaves a visible mark that disappears in the wash, without staining your fabric. Clever and economical!
Reinforce your seams with backstitching
To prevent your seams from unraveling over time , finish each row of stitches with a backstitch of a few inches. This technique, called backstitching, adds strength to your clothing and textile creations.
Position your pins diagonally
Placing pins at an angle instead of perpendicular to the seam helps the fabric stay in place better and reduces slippage . It also makes them easier to remove when sewing, preventing shifts and unevenness .
Tie strong knots effortlessly
An old trick is to wrap the thread around the needle several times before pulling, forming a strong, tight knot . This helps prevent the thread from unraveling in the first wash and ensures a clean, crisp finish.
Turn the safety pin hole around
Did you know that the small hole at the end of a safety pin has a very practical purpose? It allows you to thread a thread or a small cord through it to more easily guide an elastic band or ribbon into a casing (such as the waistband of pants or a skirt). By securely attaching the thread to the hole, you gain precision and prevent the pin from slipping inside the fabric. A discreet detail, but terribly useful!
Adopt these tips and transform your sewing!
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