to backstitch
- verb
- /ˈbækˌstɪtʃ/
- Specialized
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puntada atrás
- When making a quilt, it's important to backstitch the seams to ensure they stay secure over time.
Examples
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Sew a seam along the right side of one set of egg pieces, from top dot to bottom dot, backstitching at the top and bottom.
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Run a straight stitch down the middle of the fabric without backstitching.
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Sew around the outside edge of the egg, leaving a 1" hole on one side for turning and stuffing, backstitching at the beginning and end of the seam.
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To create a durable hem, you should backstitch at the start and end of each seam.
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After finishing the straight stitches, remember to backstitch to lock the threads in place.
Synonyms
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To join or repair cloth with a needle and thread
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To join two pieces of cloth with a needle and thread
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To sew a hole or loose edge to make clothing whole again
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To join pieces of cloth by sewing their edges together
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To fold a cloth edge and sew it down so the raw edge is inside
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To sew two rows of stitches for extra strength or decoration
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To fold the edge of cloth and sew it to stop it coming apart
To sew a visible line of stitches on the outside of clothing to add decoration or strength
To sew the folded edge of cloth by hand with small stitches over it
How Complex
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Etymology
The word backstitch comes from the parts back ('behind' or 'backwards') and stitch ('a single sewing move'). It is called that because when you sew you put the needle back into the end of the previous stitch, which makes the line very strong.