I hand sewed a pirate shirt using 18th century sewing methods
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 Published On Sep 11, 2020

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Further Resources:
Shift video:    • Video  
Basic hand sewing stitches:    • Video  
Step-by-step how to sew a basic hand-sewn seam:    • How to Sew a Simple Strong Seam by Ha...  
Buttonhole stitch:    • Video  
Abby Cox literally just released an excellent video on handsewing tips for beginners earlier this week if you'd like some more tips and tricks:    • 5 Tips To Improve Your Hand Sewing Be...  

MATERIALS USED:
Linen (approx. 2 yd) - Burnley & Trowbridge, http://www.burnleyandtrowbridge.com
Linen thread (60/2, medium weight, bleached)- Burnley & Trowbridge, https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/coll...

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-My most favorite (& stupidly fiddly) #10 sharps, the tiniest needles: https://amzn.to/2SaZEGf
-Ye Trusty Olde 8” shears (tartan ribbon not included): https://amzn.to/2DXkUft
-Those wee bird snips that literally everyone seems to have: https://amzn.to/2zu9vzY
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