Sewing concept

Waist seam

The horizontal seam connecting the gathered peplum to the lower edge of the bodice.

Where it is used

Pin Peplum to Bodice

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  1. Place the lower blouse piece and the bodice right sides together, matching the waist seam allowance, and pin in place.
Pin Peplum to Bodice
Open the step in the "Peplum Waistcoat Pattern PDF | V-Neck Button Vest | Tailored Sleeveless Top | Womens Linen Blouse | XS-M" pattern →

Sew the waist seam

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  1. Place the bodice and skirt with their right sides facing each other, aligning them at the waistline. Sew the waist seam. Finish the seam allowances together and press them toward the skirt. Do the same for the lining, but press the allowances toward the bodice.
Sew the waist seam
Open the step in the "Summer Mini Dress Sewing Pattern | A Line Dress Pattern | Wedding guest dress | Sleeveless Dress Pattern | US 6-16 | A4, Letter, Plotter" pattern →

Related terms

depends onGathering
depends onGathering
depends onSide Seam
requiresSerger
pressed towardsBodice