Material

Hat Elastic

A thin, round elastic cord often used for loops, gathers, or hat bands. Thin, round elastic cord used to create the button loop for the back closure. (merged)

Where it is used

8. Back Slit and Opening: Step 8.7

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  1. Secure the ends of the hat elastic loop. The loop should be 3.0–3.5 cm long, depending on the button size.
8. Back Slit and Opening: Step 8.7
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55. Waistband Assembly

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  1. Insert the hat elastic into the waistband through the grommets and stoppers, threading it double. The recommended length of the elastic is indicated on the waistband template.
55. Waistband Assembly
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56. Waistband Assembly

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  1. Stitch the ends of the hat elastic by overlapping them 1.0 cm. Tuck the sewn ends inside the waistband.
56. Waistband Assembly
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Joining the Elastic Ends

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  1. Join the ends of the elastic to form a loop, overlapping them by 2 cm, and stitch securely with several backstitches.
Joining the Elastic Ends
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Attaching Elastic Loop

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  1. Stitch the ends of the elastic cord (hat elastic) to form a loop, placing it on the right side against the left edge of the outer stand according to the markings on the outer stand. The length of the loop depends on the diameter of the button.
Attaching Elastic Loop
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Related terms

← requiresGathered Blouse
← requiresBack Opening
← requiresWaistband assembly
← requiresBack slit closure