Sewing pattern: Invisible ladder stitch

Many a sewing project involves sewing two pieces right sides together, and then turning them right side out through a hole you leave in the stitch line. But once you get it turned right side out, you’ve got to close up that hole, preferably in a way that leaves no visible stitches. The ladder stitch is your friend for this! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to sew this simple hand stitch, also sometimes referred to as an invisible stitch, a blind stitch, or a slip stitch.

Click below for her tutorial:

How to Sew a Ladder Stitch – Invisible Stitch – Blind Stitch – Slip Stitch, by Melly Sews

[photo from Melly Sews]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!