How to Prevent Your Curved Seams from Stretching with a stay tape
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How to prevent your curved seams from stretching | Stay tape technique
Curved seams — such as necklines, armholes, and waistlines — are prone to stretching during sewing and wearing. Applying a stay tape before stitching is a simple, effective way to stabilise these areas and keep their shape permanently. This short video tutorial shows you exactly how it’s done.
Pro tip
Stay tape is especially useful on bias-cut edges and knit or woven fabrics that tend to stretch with handling. Apply it just inside the seam allowance so it gets caught in the seam and becomes invisible in the finished garment. Watch the video carefully to see exactly how to ease it around the curve without pulling or puckering.
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