I just tried this again and I think the secret is to stabilize the back. After I did that, it made such a difference! I didn't even have to hold on to the fabric; it just turned by itself! Amazing! I just used a straight stitch but then I tried a blanket stitch- did not work well at all. But all in all, Wow- another nifty technique. Love it! Also I put a foam ear plug on top of the tack to hold it in place.