{"id":2147,"date":"2023-03-04T19:42:35","date_gmt":"2023-03-04T18:42:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sewingfaq.com\/?p=2147"},"modified":"2023-03-04T19:42:35","modified_gmt":"2023-03-04T18:42:35","slug":"when-sewing-how-do-you-ease-2-pieces-of-fabric","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sewingfaq.com\/when-sewing-how-do-you-ease-2-pieces-of-fabric\/","title":{"rendered":"When sewing how do you ease 2 pieces of fabric?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Easing is the process of shaping fabric so that it can be sewn together smoothly. When you ease two pieces of fabric, you sew them together at an angle, which allows the fabric to lie flat against each other.<\/p>\n

When easing two pieces of fabric, you will need to slightly stretch or pull the fabric as you sew it to the other piece. This will allow the fabric to lay flat and not pucker when sewn.<\/p>\n

How do you relieve two pieces of fabric together? <\/h2>\n

Once your basting stitch is sewn with no backstitch, gently pull one set of strands and the fabric will pucker. This is a great way to gather fabric without using a gathering foot.<\/p>\n

To ensure accurate stitching, it is important to place the fabric pieces under the presser foot correctly. The fabric edge should be aligned with the half inch marking on the presser foot, with the fabric feed dogs facing towards the back of the machine. For best results, use a straight stitch and a moderate stitch length.<\/p>\n

What is the best stitch to sew two pieces of fabric together <\/h3>\n