- On the end of the ribbon, fold then end under twice to enclose the raw edges.
- Sew the end hem in place.
- Hand sew a part of a snap on each end or use pronged snaps. (The SnapSetter Tool for Setting Pronged Snaps)
Free Directions to Sew Clown Collar and Cuffs for a Clown Costume
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com
A snap rather than a tie is a safer way to secure the ruffle on a child and eliminates ribbons that could get caught or tripped on, on the cuff ruffles.
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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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