SEWING GLOSSARY
A growing collection of illustrated sewing terms, techniques and construction methods.
Designed to help beginners build a strong foundation and confidence at the sewing machine.
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BASIC SEAM
A basic seam is the foundation of most sewing projects. Many other seam types, such as French seams, flat-felled seams, and bound seams, begin with the same basic construction.
FRENCH SEAM
a French seam encloses the raw edges inside the seam itself - making it a wonderfully neat and clean finish - without an overlock or sewer!
BASTING
a temporary stitch that gives you control before the final seam!
PINNING
this is what keeps everything in place before you commit to actually stitching your seam
A basic seam is the foundation of most sewing projects. Many other seam types, such as French seams, flat-felled seams, and bound seams, begin with the same basic construction.