Sprat's Head

This is a tailoring stitch used to reinforce a garment at a strain point, such as the top of a pleat. It can also be used as a decorative accent. A similar stitch is the Crow's Foot Stitch.

Mark a triangle on the fabric. Follow the stitching diagram below to execute the stitch.

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Finished Stitch:

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Uses :

• Decorative accent
• Reinforce placket
• Reinforce pleat
• Reinforce pocket