baste up
Advanced (C1) neutral
To sew something with long loose stitches just to hold it in place while you check the fit, before sewing it properly.
"Baste up the side seams first so you can try the dress on and check the fit."
To sew something with long loose stitches just to hold it in place while you check the fit, before sewing it properly.
"Baste up the side seams first so you can try the dress on and check the fit."