I then put the second piece (or facing) over it, with right sides facing, but before sewing the seam as usual, I hand baste the pieces together, feeling for the piping underneath with my hands. This helps ensure that my final stitches will not go over the piping, or be to far away. I also do this instead of pinning to reduce bulk in the machine.
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