Video: How to sew sheer fabric using only a bobbin thread for stitching

In this guide, you’ll learn all about ruching, a fashion technique that involves gathering or pleating fabric to create a textured effect. We’ll cover the different types of ruching and show you how each one can be used to accentuate different parts of the body. You’ll also discover the many benefits of ruching, such as its ability to hide imperfections and create a flattering silhouette.

Understitching might not get much attention in most sewing tutorials, but if your facings keep creeping out or your necklines never sit quite right, this is the technique you’ve been missing. It’s not decorative, and you won’t see it once the garment is finished — which is exactly the point. In this guide, we’ll walk through everything from the tools and stitch settings to where it matters most, what to avoid, and how to fix it when it goes wrong.