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  1. 02-23-2004, 11:15 AM #1
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    French Seam Tutorial

    You need a 5/8” seam allowance to accomplish this type of seam.


    With wrong sides of fabric together, sew a ¼” seam allowance.
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    Trim seam allowance to 1/8”.
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    Open out and press seam allowance to one side.
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    Fold on the seam line with right sides together and pin.
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    Stitch a 3/8” seam allowance.
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    Press to one side.
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    Completed French Seam

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