How to Quickly Knot a Thread for Hand Sewing

Hand sewing is relaxing and stress-free when you know how to quickly knot thread. Here is how to do it.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Needle
• Needle threader (optional)
• Thread
• Scissors

1. Cut a length of approximately 24 inches of thread.

2. Thread the needle. For double-thickness sewing, bring the two ends of the thread even to each other. For single-thickness sewing, leave one end short and loose.

3. Grasp the end of the thread between your thumb and first finger and loop the thread around your finger twice.

4. Using your thumb, roll the thread off the end of your finger. The loops of thread should roll over each other, locking together.

5. Use your thumbnail and fingernail to pull down the newly formed knot and tighten it. You are ready to begin sewing.

Tips & Warnings

• Looping the thread around your finger too many times will result in a large, messy knot. Wrap it twice.