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Tuesday's Tip - Topstitching

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Tuesday's Tip - Topstitching

  Topstitching - to make a row of stitches on the top of a sewn item, or the right side of the fabric. Usually used as a decorative stitch, or to stabilize the seam. Topstitching is widely used and can be tricky for lots of beginning sewists. It's the one stitch that is on the outside of your item, so it can be seen. Like most things, you can excel at topstitching by lots of practice but here are a few tips to make your first attempts your best. Use a similar colored thread that matches your fabric. For example, using...

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