5 Most Useful Basic Hand Sewing Stitches Stitch ClinicOvercast is a sewing technique that involves creating small up and down stitches with the purpose of firmly connect two cloth pieces together. This approach adds strength and stops the material from fraying. The whipstitch may be used for a range of stitching projects, such as finishing the edge, sewing patches, or even making coverlets. It gives a
clean and professional look to the completed item.
