Seam Series

How To Sew A Mock French Seam

The mock French seam is another easy way to create a clean finish on your seams for light to medium weight fabrics.  It encases the raw edge in the same way that a French seam does, but the sewing technique is slightly different.  The ‘mock’ french seam finish can be used on curves, unlike the traditional French seam. Step … Read more

How To Sew a French Seam

French seams are commonly used to finish the seams of garments sewn in sheer or light weight fabrics such as silk and chiffon.  French seams produce a professional clean look to a garment while protecting the seam from fraying or showing through to the right side if it is made of a sheer fabric.  This seam finish can also be used in garments … Read more