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+************
+ Handsewing
+************
+
+Avoiding Knots
+==============
+
+When starting a seam, rather than making a knot burrow the tail between
+the layers of fabric and then sew two back stitches in the same place.
+
+At the end of the seam do the same thing: two back stitches in the same
+places, and hiding the tail of thread.
+
+Waxing Thread
+=============
+
+After cutting a length of natural fiber (cotton, linen, silk) thread for
+handsewing, pass it 1–3 times on a small block of wax before threading
+the needle: it will make the thread stronger and easier to detangle.
+
+Artisanal, honey-smelling wax from a local beekeeper is good for your
+mood, but in a pinch a paraffin wax candle will do.
+
+Before doing so on delicate fabric, you may want to do a test on a scrap
+piece or in an hidden place to check that it won't cause discoloration,
+but in my experience it's pretty rare.
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+#################
+ Tips and Tricks
+#################
+
+
+.. toctree::
+   :maxdepth: 2
+   :caption: Contents:
+
+   handsewing/index
+   machine_sewing/index
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+****************
+ Machine Sewing
+****************
+
+Topstitching
+============
+
+For best results, always try to topstitch from the right side of the
+fabric. If you are topstitching something wide like a facing, baste it
+close to the topstitching line, as a reference.
+
+Of course, some garments don't justify the additional effort: in that
+case you can accept to see the less regular seam from the bobbin side
+and topstitch with the wrong side up.
+