Fagoting
Stitching across an open seam is called "fagoting". It is used on blouses and children's
clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used.
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Separate the folded edges of the fabric
pieces with a gap of 4mm (3/16") and
baste them onto a piece of thin paper or
water-soluble stabilizer sheet.
4mm (3/16")
Thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer
Basting stitching
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Align the center of the presser foot with
the center of the two pieces of fabric
and begin sewing.
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After sewing, remove the paper.
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