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How to Make a Flat-Fell Seam

Shannon Dennis, contributor

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Topstitch 1/8 inch and 1/2 inch away from the seam.

Shannon Dennis

Sew your seam, then trim to 1/2 inch and press to one side.

Shannon Dennis

Topstitch 1/8 inch and 1/2 inch away from the seam.

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Flat-fell seams are mostly found along jean seams. This is a helpful seam option when using heavy fabrics because it is a very secure seam that allows the fabric to lie flat.

To make a flat-fell seam, sew your seam right sides together as usual. Trim the seam allowance to 1/2 inch.

Sew your seam and trim to 1/2 inch, then press to one side.

Press the seam to one side. On the right side of your project, topstitch 1/8 inch away from the seam using jeans thread or topstitching thread. Make sure to use a larger needle such as a 90/14. Sew another row of topstitching 1/2 inch away from the seam.

Topstitch 1/8 inch and 1/2 inch away from the seam.

To create both rows of stitching at once, use a twin needle with topstitching thread in both needles!

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Sweet_Dee writes: Needed this! Thanks!
Posted: 2:04 am on April 1st

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