Hand Sewing Machine

What is a hand sewing machine and what is it used for?

A hand sewing machine is a small device that allows the user to sew on the go. Hand sewing machines are typically used for small projects while traveling. Traditional sewing machines are heavy and difficult to travel with. The hand sewing machine is meant to be a portable alternative to the traditional sewing machine. Most are small enough to be placed into a purse or bag. Though hand held sewing machines have the benefit of portability, they must be used with one hand. The cloth must be guided with the other hand, unlike with a traditional sewing machine, where the cloth is guided with both hands. Handheld sewing machines give the user less control.

What can be made with a hand sewing machine?

A variety of things can be made with a hand sewing machine. Since hand sewing machines are smaller than traditional sewing machines, they are less powerful and are not able to sew larger projects. Bags, scarves, and socks are a few examples of smaller items that can be made with a hand sewer. Hand sewing machines are good with small stitches like button holes and can be faster than making a zigzag stitch by hand or sewing a buttonhole by hand. They are also very useful in producing handy stitches for fixing tears or mending hems. Some are made for special tasks, like hand leather stitchers.

What type of stitches can a hand sewing machine make?

Many different hand stitches for sewing can be made with a hand sewing machine. Examples include straight stitches, lock stitches, and zigzag stitches. These stitches have different use cases and can create many different styles of garments and items. Many hand sewing machines allow for the manual adjustment of the stitch length, though for some sellers, it is unadjustable.