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HALF-BACKSTITCH [1 record]

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Record 1 1986-02-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewing Techniques and Stitching
CONT

Half-backstitch is similar to the even backstitch except that length of stitches and space between them are equal. Although not as strong as the even backstitch, this stitch can be used to repair a seam.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques d'exécution et points de couture
CONT

Le point de demi-piqûre ne diffère du point de piqûre que par sa longueur et par son espacement : les deux sont absolument identiques. Moins solide que le premier, ce point s'utilise pour réparer les coutures.

Spanish

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