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SEAM FINISHES
Raw edges on seams are prone to raveling. As a result, numerous methods such as double stitching overcast stitching, herringbone stitch, hemstitching, zig-zag stitch, and bound finish are used to finish the raw edge of seams.
When sewing two pieces of fabric together, it's important to pay attention to the raw edges. They must not ravel or appear to be hazy. As a result, seam finishes are crucial in achieving a neatly finished garment. Seams can be completed in a variety of ways. The most frequent approaches are outlined below.
4 Seam Finishing Techniques
4 Seam Finishing Techniques
In open seams, where the seam allowance is exposed, the raw edges need to be finished to prevent fraying. Here are ways to finish your open seams.
Pinking shears. Pinking shears are serrated scissors that create a zigzag edge. Trimming a seam allowance with pinking shears can prevent fraying.
Bias tape. Bias tape is a narrow strip of fabric that can be folded over an exposed seam to secure and hide the edges. This is often used for unlined garments and bags, and for the edge of quilts.
Serger. A serger is a special type of sewing machine that cuts the raw edges of the seam and creates overlocked stitches around the edge as it is sewn. This is a very professional way to finish a seam, and serged seams are found on most store-bought clothing.
Zigzag stitch. Zigzag stitching along the raw edge of the seam will secure the edges and prevent fraying.
TYPES OF SEAM FINISHES
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Double Stitched Seam
Double Stitched Seam
A double-stitched seam is done by sewing another or a second-row stitches about 0.25 cm away from the original seam. This can be a straight or a zig-zag stitch. This seam is done on curled material where the traveling of the seam is higher. Example: Knitted Jersey.
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Pinked Finish
Pinked Finish
Pinked finish is given by cutting the edges of the seams with pinking shears. This is a simple and easy method. It does not involve more time, but it is not suitable for materials that tend to ravel easily. Example: Satin.
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Stitched and Pinked Seam
Stitched and Pinked Seam
Stitched and the pinked seam is a simple seam. First, the fabrics are joined by a row of stitches. Then the raw edges are trimmed using pinking shears. This seam finish is not suitable for seams that ravel easily.
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Herring Bone Seam Finish
Herring Bone Seam Finish
Herringbone seam finish is done by folding the raw edges flat on the dress and working a row of herringbone stitches. This finish is very neat since the raw edges are not visible. It is suitable for heavy materials. Example: Men’s coat.
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Hem Stitched Seam Finish
Hem Stitched Seam Finish
Hemstitched seam finish is similar to her-ring bone seam finish. In this finish the raw edges are folded and pressed toward the dress and a row of hemstitch is done. This looks very neat because the only small dotted line is seen on the right side.
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Overcast Seam Finish
Overcast Seam Finish
Overcast seam finish is a finish that is suitable for both thick and thin fabrics, which fray easily. It can be used for seam along the armscye, yoke lines, and even in hemlines. A plain seam is made first. Then the raw edges are completed separately with overcast stitches.
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Edge Stitched Seam Finish
Edge Stitched Seam Finish
Edges define the silhouette in terms of where a garment begins and ends.
In edge-stitched seam finish, the raw edges are pressed open and folded for 0.5 cm down and a row of top stitch is done on both raw edges without attaching it to the dress. This seam gives a neat look. Due to its thickness, it is not suitable for curved edges.
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Zig-zag Seam Finish
Zig-zag Seam Finish
Zigzag seam finish is done by holding both the edges of the seam together and making a row of the zigzag stitch. It is best suitable for fur material.
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Bound Seam Finish
Bound Seam Finish
Bound seam finish is done by stitching around the open seam on the wrong side. The stitch is made along the seam line, with a wider side of the tape underneath. This seam is best suitable for finishing seams on unlined coats and sports jackets.
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Net-Bound Seam Finish
Net-Bound Seam Finish
Nylon or a netted strip of fabric is placed near the raw edges of the seam in such a manner that the nylon fabric is slightly off-center. The nylon material is firmly folded covering the seam and sewed. Net bound seam finish is best suitable for thin delicate fabrics, like velvet and chiffon.
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