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Sewing a Running Stitch
Age 10 · Crafts
A running stitch joins two pieces of cloth with a line of small, even stitches. The needle goes up and down through both layers, leaving gaps that are all the same size.
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In the picture
- The doubled band where the two cloth edges overlap: the seam line
- The needle coming up through both layers of cloth
- Small stitches, equally spaced, in a straight row
- The knot holding the end of the thread in place
Examples
- Mending the open seam of a cloth pencil case
- Sewing two felt squares together into a small pouch
Key takeaways
- A running stitch goes up and down through both layers along a straight line.
- A knot at each end stops the thread from pulling out.
Quiz: Sewing a Running Stitch (Age 10)
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When you sew a running stitch, where does the needle go?
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Why do you tie a knot at each end of the thread?
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What do the stitches of a finished running stitch look like?
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