Let's talk about stay-stitching.
Often the first step in sewing directions, the job of a stay-stitch is to prevent the fabric edge stretching and warping. It's usually done on a curved area such as a neckline, armhole, or waistline.
Here's what you need to know about stay-stitching:
* It's done through only ONE layer - you're not joining any pieces yet, just reinforcing.
* Use a normal length straight stitch.
* Check your directions for seam allowance! A stay-stitch is usually done at a smaller allowance than the seamline, and necklines can specify as little as 1/4". Listen to your pattern.
* Go in the direction of the arrows, if any. This might mean doing two passes.
* It doesn't matter which side of the fabric is facing up.
* It doesn't matter which side of the fabric is facing up.
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