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How To Finish A Seam: 9 Seam Finishes

"Learn how to finish a seam with one of these nine seam finishes and when to use them. There are different seam finishes for knit and woven fabric. Sewing can be enjoyable and relaxing unless your sewing projects unravel and fray after you finish! To prevent your fabric from fraying as it’s worn or washed the raw edges of the fabric will need to be finished. Learn how to finish a seam with one of these nine seam finishes and when to use them."
Project TypeLearn a Technique
Time to CompleteUnder an hour
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