X
wikiHow is a “wiki,” similar to Wikipedia, which means that many of our articles are co-written by multiple authors. To create this article, volunteer authors worked to edit and improve it over time.
The wikiHow Video Team also followed the article's instructions and verified that they work.
This article has been viewed 27,385 times.
Learn more...
Lock stitch is a stitch used to hold lining or interlining fabric together. Loose by nature, it is a stitch that gives and allows for movement between layers. For this reason, it is good for heavier fabric items such as a curtains.
Steps
-
1Work from the base of the curtain to the top.
-
2Fold back the lining or interlining. Stitch through both the lining/interlining and the main fabric.Advertisement
-
3Pick up only a couple of threads with each stitch.
-
4Make the next stitch about 2 inches/5cm along the lining/interlining. At all times keep the stitching slack.
-
5Continue in this manner all of the way from the base of the fabric to the top.
-
6Tie off and knot the end. Cut to remove the remaining thread length. Done.
Advertisement
Things You'll Need
- Thread
- Needle
- Scissors
About This Article
Advertisement