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![The shape of this denim back pocket is basted before the pocket is topstitched to the garment](basting.jpg)

Basting is temporary sewing to hold things in place.

It is typically done by hand, but you can also machine baste.

Examples of where basting is commonly used are:

 - Basting a seam in place before sewing it
 - Basting an ornament, pocket, or other part in place before attaching it
 - Basting darts or other pattern changes while fitting the garment on a model

Basting is never permanent, but merely a temporary measure to hold things in place.

> Basting and pinning are different techniques for similar situations
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			`![The shape of this denim back pocket is basted before the pocket is topstitched to the garment](basting.jpg)`

			`Basting is temporary sewing to hold things in place.`

			`It is typically done by hand, but you can also machine baste.`

			`Examples of where basting is commonly used are:`

			`- Basting a seam in place before sewing it`
			`- Basting an ornament, pocket, or other part in place before attaching it`
			`- Basting darts or other pattern changes while fitting the garment on a model`

			`Basting is never permanent, but merely a temporary measure to hold things in place.`

			`> Basting and pinning are different techniques for similar situations`