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The straight stitch and top stitch are the mighty work horses in the world of sewing. The straight stitch is necessary to complete nearly any sewing project. In this article I cover the basics on these stitches, including how to take your straight stitch around corners and add a top stitch for greater durability and a better finished look.
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- Introduction
- The Straight Stitch
- Sewing around Corners
- Top Stitching
- Final Words
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By Jay Ham
Jay Ham started backpacking in 1990 and went lightweight in 1995. Wanting his children to experience and share in his love of the outdoors, he became obsessed with reducing the family's base weight to make backpacking with small children possible. He and his wife began designing and making much of their family's gear (including kid-sized frameless packs and top bags), as lightweight gear was scarce at the time. With a Masters in Soil Science, Jay now manages a 2.5 million acre Soil Survey project in remote Northern Arizona.