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stitches to keep the garment together for fitting. These are
usually hand sewn lines of stitching, made with a running stitch
about ˝" or 1.5 cm in length. Binding This is a narrow strip of
fabric or tape used to cover the raw edges of a garment. It can
be on the inside where it won’t be seen, or on the outside to
show as decoration. For many hidden uses, BIAS BINDING will be
asked for. Bias If something is cut on the true bias, it is cut
at 45 degrees to the selvage. Bias cut garments were very
popular in the 1930’s. They drape beautifully, and cling to the
figure more than straight cut garments. Bias Binding A binding
strip cut on the bias. You can buy it ready cut, or cut it from
the fabric you are using to make a ‘self’ bias binding. Back
Stitching Back stitching is when you stitch backwards with the
machine to 'lock' your stitches in place. This is generally done
at the beginni