Application
of
Decorative
Fun
Patterns
Ij
A.
Fun
stitches-Swan-Fish-
Briar
The
reverse
stitch
patterns
pro
duce swan,
fish,
briar
designs
for
use
on
household
linens
and
children
clothes.
These
reverse
stitch
pattern
can
be
used
to
sew
in
hems
as
the
scallop
stitch.
The
reverse
stitch
patterns
can
also
be
used
for
topstitching
bindings
and
ribbons
for
decorative
effect.
This
is
done
in
the
same
manner
that
lace
is
applied
with
the
zigzag
stitch.
The
straight
stitched
edge
of
the
reverse
stitch
patterns
on
the
left
should
be
sewn
on
the
left
edge
of
the
binding
or
ribbon,
This
decorative
effect
can
be
used
on
towels
and
placemats
for
a
pleasant
appearance.
The
reverse
stitch
patterns
can
also
be
corded
for
stronger
decorative
edges
on
place-
mats
and
tablecloths.
Simply
place
four
strands
of
pearl
cotton,
em
broidery floss
or
yarn
under
the
presser
foot.
A
transparent
foot
will
help
guide
the
cord
evenly
while
sewing
the
reverse
stitch
patterns.
The
reverse
stitch
pat
terns
can
be
sewn
with
two
threads
through
one
needle
for
a
more
effective
decorative
stitch.
Simply
thread
two
sewing
threads
through
the
upper
threading
system.
A
larger
needle
should
be
used
to
accommodate
the
two
threads.
Use
this
decorative
technique
for
enhancing
tablecloths,
placemats,
napkins,
and
curtains.
NOTE
Narrow
patterns
may
be
made
by
setting
zigzag
width
to
4-3-2.
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