This is a very pretty drawn thread embroidery stitch used in Heirloom sewing – a stitch that is used to sew a pretty hem, join two fabric pieces together, to add trims to a fabric, or to insert lace ...

To sew this strapless top you need to cut out 2 bodice pieces and cut 2 fabric strips for the top band. Join the fabric strips by the short edges, forming a tube. Use a 1/2 inch seam allowance. Try it ...