Symmetry refers to uniformity, consistency, regularity. Asymmetry is naturally opposite to this. In fashion, an Asymmetrical hemline is a hemline that is not straight. Sometimes the hemline goes up and down (high and low) and other times it appears as a diagonal slash across the body; sometimes very pronounced, sometimes subtly asymmetrical. An asymmetrical hemline … Read more
No need to tell you what the buttonhole stitch is all about – the name itself is an indication. It is the stitch used in making buttonholes, surprise!. But that is not the only use of this versatile stitch. The Buttonhole stitch is a variation of the blanket stitch. It is often confused with a … Read more
An edge stitch is a straight line of stitch made along the edge of the fabric (usually a folded edge) or the ditch of a seam (on the face of the fabric), at a distance of about 1/8 inch from the seamline or the edge. It is basically topstitching and is done as a reinforcing … Read more
A mitered corner is a neat way of finishing the corner of a fabric edge in such a way that there is no bulk in the corners when the fabric is turned under to finish the edges. You have a border or a hem which looks neat on the front as well as the back.There … Read more
With a scalloped edge, you do not need to add any other embellishment to your fabric. They work as beautiful decorations for garments, accessories and home linen. They add a certain feminine charm to the fabric. Scallops are great when making clothes for kids. Even on adults’ clothes, they have a place on pocket edges, … Read more
French fries, French toast, French braid, French manicure, French rolls, French knots, French heroes in romance novels & even the French beans – all my favourites. Now the French seam stitch as well. French seam is nothing but the normal seam done twice, in such a way that the cut edges are well hidden. It … Read more