easy to move the tip of the needle from left to right or right to left in order to distribute the fabric evenly. below is a picture of this process once it is complete – note that the folds of the flap are spaced evenly across the frame top. we can still do a little adjustment if necessary at this point and again during the blocking process.
you can check that the purse flap fabric is secure within the frame by turning the frame over so you can see the right side/whole side of the frame. if the purse is “in” the frame, you will see the color of the purse 