Sewing scalloped edges

Have you ever tried sewing with a scallop edge stitch? If you're looking to add a charming, decorative touch to your sewing projects, it’s a...

How to Bind Scalloped EdgesWell, here we go again! I've shown you how to make bias binding (you can find those instructions here. Now, it’s time to actually do the binding! Here are a few tips and tricks I thought would be helpful.Start your binding with a tail of at least 6-8” unsewn. I almost always start on the upside of the “valley” as it rounds over the hill (I put a pin to hold the binding where I plan to start). I usually do double machine binding, so I actually sew my binding to the…

A vintage sewing hack how to sew perfect scallops quick and easy by hand! Embellish your dresses and blouses with a scalloped hem.

Adding a scalloped edging is a feminine and frilly way to add a little zing to your garment.

sewing tutorial - the scallop edge

Use the regular sewing machine to make the scalloped edge for vintage-inspired cloth napkins. #scallopednapkins #vintagenapkins

Goodness Me......It's Wednesday already? How can that be? I just finished the curtains for the bedroom. ....YIPPPEEE... I'm so happy to be making some progress in the prep department. I don't know if I made this system up, or if it's another of those things that I have actually seen and forgotten, but since scallops can be tricky, I'm passing these tips along to you. It will make scallops sooooo simple........and the best part? PERFECT! We like that. Determine how wide you want your curtain…

What better way to decorate your table for Easter than with these very pretty (and very on-trend!) scalloped placemats. Easter will look a little different again for us all this year, but add some homemade charm to your table setting this year to create a special day. I have used one of our new Liberty Piccadilly Poplin fabrics for the bias binding and Essex Linen for the main part, these are a cotton/linen mix and work so well for a huge range of sewing projects. I'm so excited for our…

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How to make a scalloped edge crib skirt.

Shell Tuck Stitch applied on the neckline and hem of this wrap top made with our White Tide Cotton Pointelle Jersey. A Shell Tuck Stitch, also known as Picot Hem Stitch, is a decorative stitch that creates a scalloped edge. It is used to add a trim-like effect to necklines and hems on knit tops […]

I was recently a guest over at Small + Friendly for the Shorts on the Line summer sew along where I shared my tutorial for making Scalloped Edge Shorts. I'm reposting the tutorial on my site in case any of my followers missed it. I'll also have it listed under my Tutorials. First, find a pattern for a basic pair of shorts. I used Butterick B4503 View E. As in my example, I cut the shorts out exactly according to the pattern; however, if you want the finished shorts to be the original length…

Scallop hem how to.

How to sew a scallop hem.

Learn how to use your sewing machine to create a unique scalloped hem on any type of garment in this easy to follow tutorial.

Putting binding on a scalloped edge quilt