Seam Finishing 101
All levels | 35 min 1 sec
Seam Finishing 101
00:53
00:26
Finishing Seams
08:20
06:18
03:28
Finishing Hems
06:39
08:59
Taught by Cal Patch
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Want to know the trick to making professional-looking hand-made clothes? It’s all in the seam finishing. Cal Patch demonstrates ten different ways to finish your seams, most of which can be done using basic sewing tools and materials. She also gives an introduction to finishing seams with a serger, plus trickier techniques like mock Frrench seams and rolled hems. Seam finishing really is a magical skill, extending the life of your hand-made clothing and making them just as lovely on the inside as they are on the outside.
Here’s what you’ll need:
  • Pinking shears
  • Scissors
  • Snips
  • All-purpose thread
  • Woven fabric scraps
  • Pins
  • Tape measure
  • Marking tool
  • Seam ripper
  • Sewing machine
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Learn how to:
  • Use pinking shears to finish raw edges
  • Use a zig-zag stitch to prevent unraveling
  • Use a serger
  • Sew a French seam
  • Sew a mock French seam
  • Sew a felled seam
  • Sew a double turn hem
  • Sew a blind hem
  • Sew a curved hem
  • Sew a rolled hem
What You'll Get: 
  • Step-by-Step expert instruction on how to finish a seam 10 different ways
  • 5 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
  • Detailed supplies list
  • The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students
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Seam Finishing 101 Reviews
1286 users recommended this class to a friend
Carol Talley
All very clearly explained and photographed and nicely paced. I got some excellent tips.
3 days ago
 
Laura Bullock
Really enjoyed this lesson. Thanks for taking your time with thorough explanations. Great lesson.
May 8
 
Evangelist Gloria Lynn
Very good finishing lesson. Thanks ?
May 3, 2024