The decorative smocking stitches are then worked on the right side of the fabric on top of Smocking and its variations the pleats. Gathering threads are removed after smocking is done. The commonly used smocking stitches are : Out-line stitch, cable stitch, wave stitch, diamond or chevron stitch and honey-comb stitch.

15.2 DECORATING GARMENTS: 1. Bias trimmings: Bias binding in contrasting material or self fabric can be used to finish neck lines, opening and hems in garments. Bias tubing can be used for making decorative button loops.