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French seams are an efficient way to prevent raw edges fraying. the seam completely encases the edges leaving a neat finish. they are ideal for items that will get a lot of wear.
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Suzi T. favorited French Seams
18 May 11:55
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GMC Group published her project French Seams
18 May 06:00
You Will Need
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Step 1With the right sides of your fabric together, align your raw hem edges. Pin or tack together and stitch a 3⁄8in (1cm) seam along the edge.
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Step 2Trim the seam to 1⁄4in (5mm).
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Step 3Turn wrong side out and press with an iron. Pin or tack all the way along the seam and stitch a 3⁄8in (1cm) hem, thus encasing the raw edges. Finally, turn right side out and press.
