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How to Sew Running Stitch

"Running stitch is one of the easiest hand stitches for beginners and many of the small sewing projects on the AllFreeSewing website can be stitched quickly with this easy and versatile stitch. This tutorial is designed for absolute beginners and will show you how to start, sew and finish a running stitch. It really is so simple. Running stitch can also be used to sew simple embroidery designs. Get the running stitch tutorial from the Treasurie blog and start sewing today."
Project TypeLearn a Technique
Time to CompleteUnder an hour
Sewn byHand
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