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What are "Gathers" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 02-Feb-2024 (5 months, 25 days ago)
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Gathers
A series of small tucks of fabric, controlled and held in place by stitches and providing visible fullness.
Gathers
Small, soft folds that are created when fabric is drawn between large stitched threads.

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