Scalloping
The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called
"scalloping".
It is used
on
the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of
projects.
A-12
Scallop
hem
T
1
Fold the fabric right side together in and sew
along the edge.
Wrong
side
of
fabric
1
2
2
Cut the fabric along the seam leaving an
allowance of 3mm (1/8 inch) for seaming.
Notch the allowance.
3
Turn the fabric over and push out the curved
seam to the surface and iron it.
3
A-13 A-35
Scallop
edging
T
A
1
Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making
sure not to sew directly on the edge of the
fabric.
* For better results, apply spray starch
onto the fabric and press with a hot iron
before it is sewn.
1
Trim along the stitches.
1
2
* Be careful not to cut the stitches.
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