blind stitches

Thread joins, unseen

Blind stitches are sewing stitches made to be invisible from the outside of a garment.

The needle catches only a few threads of the outer fabric, keeping most of the thread hidden between layers.

Used for hems, linings, and anywhere a seamless appearance matters: She finished the curtains with blind stitches so no thread would show.

concealment

invisible

Cannot be seen

hiddenKept out of sight
seamlessWithout visible joins
undetectableImpossible to notice

discreet · subtle · unobtrusive · camouflaged · concealed · imperceptible · inconspicuous · masked · secret · covert

technique

hemming

Sewing a fabric edge

whipstitchQuick edge-finishing loop
bastingMoistening meat while cooking
needlePointed implement for sewing

thread · fabric · seam · fold · tuck · securing · finishing · closing · joining · mending

application

hems

Fabric border folds

curtainsHanging fabric window covers
liningsInterior fabric layers
tailoringCustom clothing adjustment

alterations · upholstery · garments · drapery · cuffs · waistbands · facings · appliqué · patches · repairs

aesthetic

professional

Credentialed in one's field

polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
cleanFree of soil
refinedPurified or cultured

elegant · neat · tidy · finished · flawless · pristine · smooth · crisp · tailored · quality

Opposites

visibility

blind stitchestopstitching

Decorative surface seam

decorative purpose

blind stitchesdecorative stitching

Ornamental sewn threadwork

embroidery stitches · chain stitch · cross-stitch · blanket stitch · feather stitch

Family

blind, stitch, blinds, blinded, blinding, blindly, blindness, blindfold, stitches

Familiarity: Top 500,000
Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G