What is Shirring:
Shirring is an technique which gathers fabric together into pleats to allow stretching. It is also used to add elasticity to fabrics and clothes.
What is needed: Elastic threads, Fabric, Sewing machine
How it’s done:
Step 1: Arrange fabric onto sewing machine
Step 2: Start sewing along the width of your fabric (fabric is right side up) using a 5/8 inch seam allowance and backstitch at the beginning, then continue sewing until you reach the end of your fabric
Step 3: Sew to the end of the fabric in a straight line
Elastic thread
Application:
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