Seams & Seam Finishes

Way of treating a seam edge to prevent raveling and to make the seam stronger and longer wearing.

Use on fabrics that do not ravel

Best on medium and heavy weight fabrics

Looks neat and prevents raveling. Consider using for unlined jacket. Too bulky for medium and heavyweight fabrics.

For firm, medium-weight fabrics. Stitches, trims and finishes seam in one step.

Great for fabrics that ravel easily. Ideal for sheer and lace fabrics. Also known as a seam within a seam.

Most common seam. Suitable for most fabrics except sheer and lace.

Decorative, yet strong and functional. Suitable for all fabrics except those that are heavy.

A variation of the flat-fell seam, but less bulky

Row of machine stitching on one or both sides of the seam line. Used for decorative effect