Sewing edge finishes

Mitered corners are a great way to create professional looking results when sewing corners. Many times mitered corners are associated with quilts or other projects that are being finished with some kind of a binding. However, Stacy Grissom demonstrates how to create a mitered corner while doing a double fold hem around the edge of a project.

In the rush to finish a project, it’s easy to fall back on tried and true methods for hemming or finishing edges. However, by changing up a hem or edge finish, the final design takes on a completely new and more unique look. Learn 35 professional techniques for finishing fabric edges in style. On the… This post is only available to members.

A vintage sewing hack how to sew perfect scallops quick and easy by hand! Embellish your dresses and blouses with a scalloped hem.

There are many amazing DIY projects that require a bit of sewing, but that doesn’t mean you have to run right out and purchase a sewing machine! Much can be...

A simple tutorial on finishing facing edges using an overedge stitch. What is overedge stitching, and how to use a zigzag or serging stitch to encase facing raw edges.

Learning how to hem a curved edge is an important step in garment finishing. Watch this video tutorial to learn the hemming process on two types of fabric.

Seam finishes, how to prevent fabric from fraying… A frayed raw edge of woven fabric can frustrate a sewist, but it can be fixed with the proper techniques. Clean and durable seams are crucial in sewing projects. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, knowing how to prevent raw edges from unraveling is essential for a boutique-quality garment. This blog post will cover how to prevent fabric from fraying with seam finishes, including couture techniques used in Ann Normandy sewing patterns.

Learning several techniques (different from what you'll find in 'normal' garment construction directions) can make sewing more creative - and, I think, more FUN! What I share here are techniques I've worked out that are useful at neckline, armholes, center front and even hemline edges. CONSIDERATIONS1. Weight of 'binding' fabric. The heavier the fabric of either the binding AND/OR the garment fabric, the more likely that a single layer BIAS binding is preferable so that un-needed bulk is not