Sewing concept

Attaching Elastic Tape

The technique of sewing elastic tape to a garment edge, often while stretching it, to create an elasticized finish.

Where it is used

Securing the elastic ends

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  1. SECURE THE ELASTIC ENDS BY OVERLAPPING THE CUT EDGES BY 1.0 CM. MAKE SURE THE ELASTIC INSIDE DOESN’T GET TWISTED!
Securing the elastic ends
Open the step in the "Bandeau Top Sewing Pattern PDF | Strapless Tube Top | Y2K Crop Top | Womens Summer Beachwear | XS-M" pattern →

23. Secure elastic ends

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  1. SECURE THE ELASTIC ENDS BY OVERLAPPING THE CUT EDGES BY 1.0 CM. MAKE SURE THE ELASTIC INSIDE DOESN’T GET TWISTED!
23. Secure elastic ends
Open the step in the "Easy Tube Top Pattern | Beginner Strapless Crop Top PDF | Elastic Bandeau Sewing | Quick DIY Wardrobe | L-XXL" pattern →

Waistband Construction - Step 11

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  1. Measure the elastic around your waist, then overlap the ends and sew them together.
Waistband Construction - Step 11
Open the step in the "Wide Leg Autumn Pants Sewing Pattern: Viscose Trousers (PDF Pattern)" pattern →

Related terms

requiresThread
applied toElasticized Hem
depends onElastic tape
← compatible withElastic tape