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UTILITY STITCHES
Scallop stitch
The wave-shaped repeating pattern, that looks like shells, is
called “scalloping”. It is used to decorate the collar of blouses
and the edges of knitting projects.
Using the satin stitch foot or all purpose foot.
Scallop edging
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.
Trim the fabric close to the stitching taking care not to cut the stitches
Using the all purpose foot.
Scallop hem
Fold the fabric right side together. Sew along the folded edge as
illustrated.
Cut the fabric along the seam leaving an allowance of 3mm for
seaming.
Notch the allowance.
Turn the fabric over and push out the curved seam to the surface
and iron it.