WHEN TO USE IT: It is generally used on heavyweight fabrics such as jeans and on seams where extra strength is needed. Ev�&�u/A}&0 �w�"��� �������۫)�X��U�ߧ��ttV6�s�m���W���Ե�Q��>�]��oSLх�8V�v*��޼��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��)Te���:����HU��22�"��Γ���]i�_��=�Z�#��r��|�d�? Very, very versatile, and I use it on everything unless a finish is not required (such as in a flat felled seam, french seam). It is also called a single needle Butterfly ... 2. Learning to Sew for Beginners – Where to Start? Something that may not be washed or worn a lot is best. HOW: **Megan recently did a detailed tutorial on french seams. For each side of the seam allowance, turn under  0.5cm or 1/4″ or less and press. You’ll need an overlocker/serger machine to do this. The zig-zag cut edge helps to prevent the fabric from fraying. �H ��q�5V�ye���kHG���EUп��� �]VF�u��O-U4;#}�A \�����?ݬp����a�����(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��)P�Bj�d�b$b�QYI�J�5��5o5G�*��~��5�aZ�,'�T/�bA�U}� ��������iZF�5��+M3Hǖ5��/N[['��v���=��mr���M��;W�*�QEQEQEQEQEQEQEQEQEl��e����yL}ֱ��Ha�$^ So, depending on the garment, fabric and the resources you have available to which seam finish you end up using. Finishing off your seams is probably one of the most important parts of the sewing process. How you finish your seams will decide on how long your garment will last as well as making the inside not lust look neat and tidy but can give it a finish that will last. Seam class-6: Edge neatening. A French seam completely encases the raw edge of the seam allowance, creating a clean and professional finish on a garment where the seam might be visible. Turn your fabric so the RIGHT sides are now together, encasing your previous trimmed seam and press. Seam class-5: Decorative seam. By finishing your edges in a way to prevent fraying and looking unprofessional while preventing your garment from falling apart throughout the laundering process as well as general day to day wear and tear. You can either zig-zag both sides of the seam allowance and press the seam open, or you can zig-zag the two sides together, and press to one side (as with an overlocker/serger). Therefore the raw edge of seams are finished by different methods like double stitching over cast stitching, herring bone stitch, hem stitching, zig-zag stitch and bound finish. HOW: You will need a pair of pinking shears to get started. It is the easiest of seam finishes as it requires no sewing to finish the edge. Then, press the seam open and trim ONE side of the seam allowance back to .5cm or 1/4″. ��f�I�|���i�QEQEQEQEQEQEW_�9�.m�B7 )���WP�{+�m�`�c�;f��0��Ɖ��Y1����6�؏�u5ī #tQ\����䳚�?�K���� M ����Ҹ�j'Q���(�D�U+[���o��k^ trim seam allowance to .25cm or 1/8″ and press. May be too bulky for heavier fabrics. First, you will need to create a plain seam by placing two pieces of material, right sides together, and stitching on the wrong side of the fabric, at the required seam allowance, usually 1.5cm or 5/8″, then open and press flat with an iron. Seam Finishes. How to decide which seam is suitable for your sewing. WHEN TO USE IT: light to medium weight woven fabrics. There are two types of overlock seams – 3 thread and 4 thread. You will find that the only time you do not need a seam finish is when and Item is fully enclosed such as a lined garment where the seam is not exposed or seen. You can, of course then add another seam for strength and/or decorative purposes, to look like the sample picture above. Seam class-4: Flat seam. 3. I will highlight the most commonly used basic seams used today, and when you should use them. WHEN TO USE IT: light to medium weight woven fabrics. With the other side, fold it inward in half  – the raw edge should meet the seam. Plain seam with double top stitch. I do like the professional look of the overlocked finish to my seams, and I also like to keep my friends guessing as to whether or not I made it or if it were shop-bought. With the right sides together, sew 1.5cm or 5/8″ from the raw edge. Stitched Plain Seam. Seam Finishes Page2 Clean-Finished Seams EquipmentNeeded: conventionalsewingmachine SuitableFabrics: verylight-tomedium-weight fabrics—sheers,voiles,silksandanyfabricwherea doublelayerwon’taddbulktotheseamline Thisisabeautifulfinish,especiallyonfinefabrics,that requiresnospecialequipment.It’ssuitableforthe insideofanunlinedjacketaswellasmostanygarment 1.Plain seam. When I first started out sewing my own clothes, I commonly used a zig-zag as I did not have an overlocker/serger, but it was my next purchase and I have never been without one as it is my preferred seam finish for pretty much ALL of my sewing requirements. WHEN TO USE IT: Sheer/lightweight/delicate fabrics. It is a good idea to test it on a piece of scrap fabric first – try a smaller stitch length for lighter fabrics, and a longer stitch for heavier fabrics. Different Types of Seams and Their Uses on Garments.