Rediscovering Old-School Sewing Secrets
While modern machines dominate sewing today, some traditional techniques are making a comeback—and they’re surprisingly effective. One forgotten gem?
Beeswax. Running thread across a block of beeswax prevents tangles and strengthens stitches, making your work smoother and more durable.
Here are 5 other old-school sewing tricks worth reviving:
Dry Soap as Fabric Marker: A bar of soap leaves clear marks and washes out easily.
Backstitch to Reinforce Seams: Stitch backward at the ends to keep seams from unraveling.
Diagonal Pinning: Angle pins to better secure fabric and ease removal while sewing.
Easy Knot Trick: Wrap thread around your needle before pulling through for a strong, neat knot.
Use a Safety Pin’s Hole: Thread string through the hole to guide elastic through waistbands without losing grip.
