GATHERING
-Adjust machine to do a basting stitch.
-Using a single layer of 5x5" fabric stitch once with a 1/4" seam allowance along one edge.
-Leave tail threads LONG!
-On that same edge stitch a 1/2" seam allowance.
-Leave tail threads LONG!
-Pull gently on tow top threads at one end. This will make it gather. Gather it enough so it will fit on the 2.5x5" fabric.
-Stitch gathered layer to the flat layer using a regular straight stitch & 5/8" seam allowance.
-Remove the basting stitches.
-Pink the 3 other edges.
-Using a single layer of 5x5" fabric stitch once with a 1/4" seam allowance along one edge.
-Leave tail threads LONG!
-On that same edge stitch a 1/2" seam allowance.
-Leave tail threads LONG!
-Pull gently on tow top threads at one end. This will make it gather. Gather it enough so it will fit on the 2.5x5" fabric.
-Stitch gathered layer to the flat layer using a regular straight stitch & 5/8" seam allowance.
-Remove the basting stitches.
-Pink the 3 other edges.