Sewing a back neckline is a crucial step in garment construction, ensuring a clean and durable finish. While various techniques exist, one method involves preparing the raw edges by sewing a straight stitch, as described in specific sewing guidance. This process helps to stabilize the fabric and prepare it for further finishing steps like attaching a facing or binding.
Based on specific sewing instructions, a technique for preparing the raw edges of a back neckline involves the following steps:
Preparing the Neckline Edge
The initial focus is on the raw edge of the garment's neckline itself.
- Sew a straight stitch right along the raw edge of the fabric.
- This stitching is performed to tack it down, which typically means securing or stabilizing the edge, potentially preventing stretching or fraying.
- You should go all the way around the outside of the neckline with this stitch.
- After completing the stitch, cut the thread and remove the garment from the sewing machine.
This step essentially reinforces the curved raw edge of the neckline before it is finished with a facing, binding, or other method.
Preparing the Facing or Binding Edge
The process is then repeated for the other edge of the excess fabric. This "excess fabric" usually refers to a separate piece of fabric, such as a neckline facing or a bias binding strip, that will be used to finish the neckline edge.
- Take the facing or binding piece (the "excess fabric").
- Sew a straight stitch right along its raw edge to tack it down.
- This prepares the edge of the facing or binding in the same way the garment neckline edge was prepared.
Performing this straight stitch along both the garment neckline raw edge and the corresponding edge of the finishing piece (like a facing) is a method for stabilizing these edges before they are joined together or before the facing edge is otherwise finished (e.g., folded under or serged).
Step-by-Step Summary
To summarize this specific raw edge preparation technique for a back neckline:
- Stabilize Garment Edge: Sew a straight stitch along the raw edge of the garment neckline to tack it down.
- Stabilize Facing/Binding Edge: Repeat the process by sewing a straight stitch along the raw edge of the separate "excess fabric" (facing or binding) piece.
This technique focuses on stabilizing the raw edges involved in the neckline finish rather than the complete process of attaching and securing a facing or binding.
