Timeless Sewing Tricks Worth Bringing Back Although modern machines speed up sewing, some old-fashioned methods have unexpected benefits, such as this little-known trick: 1. Mark with Dry Soap – No chalk? A sliver of dry soap makes fabric clearly and washes right out; 2. Backstitch for Strength – Secure seams by stitching backward over the last few centimeters—easy reinforcement that prevents unraveling; 3. Pin Diagonally – Angled pins,
Why Does a Safety Pin Have That Tiny Hole?
