Sewing concept

Sleeve hem finishing

Pressing sleeve hem at 1.0 cm then 4.0 cm, and topstitching at 3.8 cm.

Where it is used

Pressing Armhole Seams

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  1. Press the seam allowances from attaching the sleeve to the armhole toward the front and back armholes.
Pressing Armhole Seams
Open the step in the "Boxy Blazer Sewing Pattern | Single Button Collarless Jacket | Easy Slouchy Coat PDF | Modern Wide Sleeve | L-XXL" pattern →

Topstitching Sleeve Hem

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  1. Sew a topstitch along the sleeve hem, stitching 3.8 cm in from the edge.
Topstitching Sleeve Hem
Open the step in the "Boxy Blazer Sewing Pattern | Single Button Collarless Jacket | Easy Slouchy Coat PDF | Modern Wide Sleeve | L-XXL" pattern →

Hemming the Shorts

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  1. With the shorts turned right side out, sew a topstitch along the bottom edge, 0.5 cm from the hem (or the width of the presser foot). Secure the seam neatly where the ends meet. Press with an iron.
Hemming the Shorts
Open the step in the "Easy Pull On Shorts Pattern | Gathered Waist Lounge Shorts PDF | Beginner Summer Sewing | Casual Culottes | L-XXL" pattern →

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