STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
STEP G
Run the last machine step to tack your back fabric
and your ribbon in place.
STEP H
Using a rotary cutter and ruler, remove the
excess stabilizer.
STEP I
Next trim away the excess fabric from around the
tacking stitch to approximately 1⁄4" seam allowance.
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To make it easier to stitch closed,
leave at least 1⁄2" of excess fabric at
the opening of the ornament.