TSG:Basting Stitch
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BASTING STITCH
Other names
Regular Basting Stitch
Tacking Stitch
Directions
Work from right to left. Insert needle through fabric to the reverse side at 1 and bring out to the front side at 2, at least 1/2 inch to the left. Repeat.
Comments
This temporary stitch is used to hold two or more layers of fabric together. It is worked the same as the Running Stitch, except that the stitches are longer.
Possible uses for this stitch
Securing a Damaged Area to a Support Fabric
Temporary Stitch
See also
Diagonal Basting Stitch
Running Stitch
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