If you don’t have a sewing needle that’s thin enough, try a beading or crewel needle, which is used for embroidery.
The anchor stitch keeps the sequins firmly in place so they don’t slide around your fabric, which is even more important if you’re sewing in a slippery fabric such as satin. This will also help you make straighter seam lines.
Choose a sequin that matches the color of your dress.
Look at how the rest of the sequins on the dress were sewn. Sew your sequin so the stitch line matches the existing sequins.
This is a great technique if you’re sewing sequined trim along the bottom or hem of the dress. If you want to fix a row of sequins without overlapping them, just arrange them side by side as you sew.
Remember to tie off the knot on the underside of the fabric so it’s not visible.
The cardboard doesn’t have to be big. You might have an easier time if you use a small piece of cardboard so you can move it around under the dress.
If you’re going to fix a cluster or strip of sequins, squeeze a line of glue over the area.
The sequin reflects more light and lays flat when the cupped edges point up.
If you’re fixing a few sequins that are next to each other, place them side by side or overlap the edges to match the sequin pattern of your dress. Wipe your tweezers with a damp cloth if they become sticky and you’re having trouble releasing the sequins.
