Stitching two or more layers of fabric together is called seaming. It’s the basic skill needed for dressmaking but did you know there are several different types of seams? One of which is The Great British Sewing Bee‘s favourite, French Seams. French seams are a wonderful sewing technique and a brilliant step up from your basic seams. We’re here to help you learn how to sew a French Seam so you can start sewing all your favourite Sewing Bee patterns! What is a French Seam? French seams are a sewing technique where the seam is sewn twice. These two seams…
Author: Sarah Orme
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