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How to Set a Sewing Machine Seam Guide for Accurate Seam Allowances

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What You Need to Set a Seam Gauge
Pattern directions and tape measure

Read Pattern Instructions

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
After accurately cutting out a pattern, the easiest way to assure that pattern pieces will fit together is to make sure your seam allowances are accurate. Teaching yourself to watch a seam guide and not the moving sewing machine needle will help maintain consistent seams allowances

Materials Needed:

Find the seam allowance requirements in the pattern directions and the corresponding mark on the tape measure.
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