backstitched
Sewed going backward
Backstitched describes something sewn with a backstitch—a strong hand-sewing technique where each stitch doubles back through the previous one, creating an unbroken line of thread.
The method produces durable seams that resist pulling apart: The seams were carefully backstitched for extra strength.
Also used figuratively for anything done with deliberate, overlapping effort.
Joined fabric edge
- hemFolded garment edge
- reinforcedMade more resistant
- seamstressOne who stitches garments
- tailoringCustom clothing adjustment
garment · alterations · fabric · linen · cotton · silk · bobbin · needle
Decorative stitching on fabric
- needleworkThread-based textile craft
- needlepointStitchery on open-weave fabric
- crochetingCrafting with hooked needle
- knittingLoop-based textile making
tapestry · sampler · canvaswork · applique · quilting · smocking · tatting · broderie
Solidly built, durable
- reinforcedMade more resistant
- strongHaving great physical power
- secureProtected from harm
- tightFirmly stretched or fitting
firm · lasting · hard-wearing · resilient · robust · heavy-duty · lockstitch
Restoring damaged items
- patchingRepairing by covering
- darningRepairing fabric by weaving
- reinforcingMaking more robust
- fixingRestoring proper function
restitching · torn · worn · hole · ripped · frayed · strengthening · restoration
seam
Joined fabric edge
- hemFolded garment edge
- reinforcedMade more resistant
- seamstressOne who stitches garments
tailoring · garment · alterations · fabric · linen · cotton · silk · bobbin · needle · thimble
embroidery
Decorative stitching on fabric
- needleworkThread-based textile craft
- needlepointStitchery on open-weave fabric
- crochetingCrafting with hooked needle
knitting · tapestry · sampler · canvaswork · applique · quilting · smocking · tatting · broderie · lace-making
sturdy
Solidly built, durable
- reinforcedMade more resistant
- strongHaving great physical power
- secureProtected from harm
tight · firm · lasting · hard-wearing · resilient · robust · heavy-duty · lockstitch
mending
Restoring damaged items
- patchingRepairing by covering
- darningRepairing fabric by weaving
- reinforcingMaking more robust
fixing · restitching · torn · worn · hole · ripped · frayed · strengthening · restoration · salvaging
- sewing termsscissors, pattern, shears, rotary cutter, cutting mat