1. Working stitches becomes quite easy with practice
2. Always work stitches from right to left unless the instructions state otherwise. Reverse this direction if you are left-handed
3. Cut a comfortable length of thread and insert it through the eye of the needle
4. To begin sewing, hold the stitch securely in place by making two backstitches in the same position. This will fasten the beginning stitch
5. Continue working the stitches needed until you get to the end. If thread is used up before you get to the end, fasten it off securely and begin again where you stopped
6. When you are finished, fasten off the stitches securely. To do this, make two backstitches in the same position, pass the needle through to side and cut the thread