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and across the bottom as in Fig. 36.

Fig. 37. Cutting off the corners of a pocket makes a neater finish when the seams are turned

Make a one-inch hem at top of pocket. To do away with unnecessary bulk cut off the corners diagonally. But be sure not to cut off too much. The safest way is to mark the seam allowance and then cut to within one-fourth of an inch of the finished corner. (See Fig. 37.) Dotted lines AB indicate seam allowances, and lines CD, EF and GH mark portions to be cut off. Turn under seams at sides and bottom and press. The Fig. 38 shows the proper way to turn seam at corner.

Pin the pocket in a convenient position. It should be high enough so the wearer’s hand can be slipped in without leaning down. Stitch the pocket as shown in Fig. 39. The Fig. 40 shows the apron finished.

Making a Pattern for a Slip-on Apron.—Make the box ABCD first (see Fig. 41),

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