Stay stitching is a row of directional stitching sewn just inside a seamline just ¼ inch from the cut edge to help keep the cut area from stretching during construction, fitting and general handling. Normally, stay stitching is done only on curved or angular seams, though it may be done in other areas on unstable fabrics like loosely woven or very stretchy fabrics.
Stay stitching uses a regular length stitch and it's done through a single fabric thickness using a matching thread. This stabilizing stitching remains in the garment after the construction stitching is complete. It is generally one as soon as the curved edge is cut ex: neckline, armhole etc. Never stay stitch long bias-cut edges, as they will distort beyond correction.
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Direction of Stay Stitching The stitching direction is the key to successfully maintaining a garment’s shape during construction and fitting. Arrows shown in the following figure can detail the direction of stay stitching
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