Armhole seam
The seam joining the sleeve to the bodice armhole.
Where it is used
19. Press armhole seam
p. 10- Press the armhole seam allowance toward the sleeve.
Armhole Treatment - Front Panel
p. 17- Align the lining along the armholes and the bottom of the bodice. Trace the outline of the armholes and side seams onto the lining, then trim any excess allowance, leaving a 0.3 cm margin. Pin the armhole edges of the bodice front to the edges of the bodice lining, starting at the shoulder seam, and stitch the armhole of the front panel with lining using a 0.7 cm allowance.
Trimming Armhole Seam Allowance
p. 8- Reinforce the seam where the stitching joins in a circle with a backstitch. Trim the seam allowance down to 0.5 – 0.7 cm.
Trimming Right Armhole Allowance
p. 9- Trim the seam allowance down to 0.5 – 0.7 cm.
Trimming Armhole Allowance
p. 8- Reinforce the seam where the stitching joins in a circle with a backstitch. Trim the seam allowance down to 0.5 – 0.7 cm.
Trimming Right Armhole Allowance
p. 9- Trim the seam allowance down to 0.5 – 0.7 cm.
Press Armhole Seam
p. 10- Press the armhole seam allowance toward the sleeve.
Armhole Finishing - Front Piece
p. 15- Pin the armhole edges of the dress to the facing, starting at the shoulder and continuing down to the side seam on the front side. Place right sides together, carefully matching up the raw edges, notches, and seams. Sew the armhole edge of the front piece. Allow a 0.7 cm seam.
26.6. Press the armhole seam
p. 17- Press the finished armhole seam, forming a 0.1 cm roll from the bodice piece and back piece.
Related terms
pressed towardsSleeve