Sewing Details
Grade a Bulky Seam Before Turning the Collar Right Side Out
Reduce seam bulk in a collar or facing by trimming allowances to different widths while protecting the stitching and planning for the fabric’s behaviour.
MATERIAL / METHOD / CARE
garment finishing
Sewing Details
Single-Fold and Double-Fold Bias Tape Finish an Edge Differently
Choose bias tape by the edge you want to finish, and test the fold, width and reverse-side stitching before sewing the garment.
Sewing Details
Test the Buttonhole With the Button You Will Actually Use
Sew a buttonhole sample with the actual fabric layers and button before committing to the finished garment, then test both fit and appearance.