We will now begin assembling the body of the lantern, one panel
at a time.
Lay out the first panel, with one Piece #1, #2, and a #3.
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Now align Piece #3, again focusing on the ends.
Attach these pieces with the multi-stitch zig-zag, backstitching at
the beginning and end of each stitch. Remove tape as you sew.
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Next, take two completed panels and place them with the wrong
sides together.
Align the Pieces #1 and #2, focusing on the ends. Secure with tape.
Begin joining the pieces, using the multi-stitch zig-zag, backstitching
at the beginning and end of each stitch. Remove the tape as you go.
The first panel is now complete. Repeat Steps G through I for the
remaining three panels.
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Align the edges of one side as precisely as possible, and secure
with tape (or embroidery clips). The taped edge is the edge that
we will join.