There are several seam finishes. The key is to choose the best seam finish for the type of fabric and overall desired effect. The material used in the ruffled blouse is soft and somewhat sheer. French seams create a very clean look for semi sheer material. The standard seam allowance for commercial patterns is 5/8 inch. Steps for the French seam are listed below:
1. Place wrong sides of fabric together. Stitch a 1/4 inch seam.
2. Trim seam allowance down to about 1/8 inch. Press open.
3. Stitch a 3/8 inch seam. The two seams equal 5/8 inch total seam allowance.
4. Press to one side.
For more delicate fabric, one might stitch the 3/8 inch seam first followed by a 1/4 inch seam.
1. Place wrong sides of fabric together. Stitch a 1/4 inch seam.
2. Trim seam allowance down to about 1/8 inch. Press open.
3. Stitch a 3/8 inch seam. The two seams equal 5/8 inch total seam allowance.
4. Press to one side.
For more delicate fabric, one might stitch the 3/8 inch seam first followed by a 1/4 inch seam.
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