Seam Finishes
Properly finished seams are key to making your project
look its best. You may think, No one will see that part, so
who cares? But finished seams not only make your proj-
ect look good, they also help with durability and prevent
fraying.
Here are two basic methods for nicely edged seams. My
preference of the two is the zigzag—it’s quick and easy,
and every machine can do it.
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What You Need
• Zigzag foot attachment
• Scissors
• Pinking shears
• Iron
Sew a straight seam at a
5
⁄
8
-inch (1.5 cm) seam
allowance. Trim the seam allowance to
1
⁄
4
inch
(.6cm) with pinking shears.
Open the seam with the wrong side of the fabric
facing up. Press the seam open.
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Pinking shear edge
Pinking Shears
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3
4
Before sewing your seam, sew a standard
zigzag around the edges of your cut fabric.
Sew your seam as directed in your pattern
or project instructions.
Open up the seam and press it flat. Trim any stray
threads close to the zigzag stitching from the
fabric.
Say Hello to Your New Best Friend: The Seam Ripper!
A seam ripper is an invaluable tool to have on hand! Its
tiny, sharp point allows you to take out even the tiniest
seams. To begin, carefully slide the tip under the thread
and, with a little pressure, split the thread. Skip a few
stitches and pull out another. Then just grip the thread, and
it should slide right out!
51Chapter 4: Seams and Hems
Zigzag Stitch
Zigzag stitch
Seam
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