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Cut the seam allowance off of one side of each of the two bridging pieces.
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2.
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Using a small zigzag stitch, sew the zig into the edge of the silk ribbon and over into the wholes of the bridging. Do this for both sides of the silk ribbon.
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Trim the seam allowance to a scant ¼ inch.
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4.
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Set the sewing machine for a close zigzag (L=1.0, W=3.5).
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Zigzag over the seam allowances. The zig should go into the fabric and the zag should go over the edge. This will cause the seam allowance to roll and create a beautiful and secure edge called a “rolled seam.”
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6.
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Sew the two 2 x 12 inch pieces onto each side of the bridging.
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7.
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Trim the seam allowance to a scant ¼ inch.
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8.
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Set the sewing machine for a close zigzag (L=1.0, W=3.5).
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Zigzag over the seam allowances. The zig should go into the fabric and the zag should go over the edge. creating another rolled edge.
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Sew decorative stitching at 1 inch, 1 ½ inches and 2 inches away from the center colored fabric (see photo as a sample).
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11.
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Square the piece to 11 x 11 inches.
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12.
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Using a ¼ inch seam allowance and regular white sewing thread, sew the 2 x 11 inch strips to the top and bottom of the piece.
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13.
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Press the seam allowances away from the center of the piece.
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14.
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Using a ¼ inch seam allowance, sew the 14 inch pieces to each side of the piece.
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15.
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Press the seam allowances away from the center piece.
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