- Join strips of muslin to achieve the desired length by sewing them together if needed, using a 1/4" seam and zig zagging the seam allowance.
- Turn under the ends of the strips 1/4" and press in place.
- Turn under again to enclose the raw edge.
- Sew the end hems in place.
Free Directions to Sew Clown Collar and Cuffs for a Clown Costume
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide
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- Materials
- Calculate the width and length of the ruffle
- Prepare Strips
- Edges of the Ruffle- using double fold bias tape
- Edges of the Ruffle- using a hem and decorative stitches
- Edges of the Ruffle- using a serger
- Find the center
- Gather the ruffle
- Snap ends
- Fabric Pom- Poms and Spots for a Clown Costume
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