Stitches

When sewing, how can you avoid having the stitches show once you turn the fabric inside out?

I like to make plushies, etc., but when I turn the fabric inside out you can see some of the stitches. I sew by hand. I do leave at least 1/4 of an inch from the edge. I've been doing backstitches. Is there another stitch I should be doing, or what am I doing wrong?

Public Comments

1. Hand sewing is much more elastic than machine sewing, so you're likely to see the stitching in a stressed fabric like a stuffed toy covering. Can't think of much to do about it other than switch to machine sewing -- and you may still see seam threads on firmly stuffed items.
2. Try a shorter stitch length and pulling them really tight without bunching the material, and then don't stuff it too full. Good luck! .
3. try using a shorter stitch length and don't stuff it too much or I'll end up looking like a big round balloon!
4. The other ideas can work. But you could also try using the clear acrylic thread. It is a bi@#h to work with 'cos it's invisible and that is what you want. Also you could use thread that matches the fabric exactly and it would barely show. good luck!!
5. IF YOU WANT TO HIDE IT Try the instructions on the right side, both the 2nd and 3rd ones down. Read what it has to say about the stitches http://www.perestroika.ca/html2/vest/handstitching.php
6. All the earlier suggestions are great. After trying them and the problem still exists, color showing stitiches with a magic marker. I know it is cheating but sometimes it is necessary