- A French seam is a seam which encloses the seam allowance on the inside of a sewn item.
- It is well suited for sheer fabric that a zigzag or serge stitch would leave a lot of thread visible through the fabric.
- It can be used on any fabric to enclose a seam allowance and keep a soft edge to the seam. This works especially well for a person with very sensitive skin.
How to Sew a French Seam
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide
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