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Lock stitch is a stitch used to hold lining or interlining fabric together. Loose by nature, it is a stitch that gives and allows for movement between layers. For this reason, it is good for heavier fabric items such as a curtains.
Steps
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1Work from the base of the curtain to the top.
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.2Fold back the lining or interlining. Stitch through both the lining/interlining and the main fabric.Advertisement -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.3Pick up only a couple of threads with each stitch. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.4Make the next stitch about 2 inches/5cm along the lining/interlining. At all times keep the stitching slack. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.5Continue in this manner all of the way from the base of the fabric to the top. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.6Tie off and knot the end. Cut to remove the remaining thread length. Done.
Things You'll Need
- Thread
- Needle
- Scissors
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