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    Mar 18, 2021 3 minutes

    STRAIGHT OR CIRCULAR?

    There are two main types of ruffle – straight and circular. Straight ruffles are created from long strips of fabric that are gathered up and stitched into place to add flounce and decoration. Circular ruffles are made from a large ring of fabric with a hole in the centre, loosely resembling a doughnut. The inner circle of the ring is stitched to the garment, allowing the rest of the fabric to drape down and create subtle ruffles.

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    If you’ve decided to opt for a straight ruffle,

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