#self stitching

Hey! Since I post pictures of my self stitching and even though I clearly tell people not to try it without learning the ropes I still feel obligated to explain the way to do it safely so if people try it they at least have a basic guide

☠️Preparation ☠️ 1. Use a small small needle, thin thread and GLOVES 2. Use alcohol wipes to wipe the needle down before and after each use. 3. Keep scissors handy, if you experience any pain, cut the thread and remove it all. Stitching 1. Thread the needle carefully, tie off one end. 2. This is very important, use ONLY your palms and feet. The way skin stitching stays harmless is by puncturing the epidermis -first layer- of skin. On hands and feet the thickets layers of callous exist on the body. Meaning it can be pierced with no lasting or painful damage. For the people who point out that I use my thigh occasionally, I have bad nerve damage there and feel no pain in that area. Please do not mimic this, it will hurt you. 3. Pay close attention to the needle placement and make sure you are comfortable and -if using your foot- you are in a position that you won’t have to move from until you are finished.

☠️Removal☠️ 1. Do not for any reason EVER leave the thread in your body for extended periods of time. Finish your project, photograph it or enjoy it for a moment, AND THEN TAKE IT OUT. 2. Cut in between the entry points to patches of thread to make removal easier and cleaner. Don’t pull it all out at once or rip it out. Patiently remove it all in small patches and use tweezers if necessary.