How to Sew French Seams

This elevated seam finish will make your garments feel special.

Posted in: Tutorials & Techniques • October 3, 2019

You'll Need:

Basic sewing kit

French seams are sewn twice, encasing the raw edge within the seam and creating a very neat, delicate seam that is ideal for sheer or lightweight fabrics.

With wrong sides together, pin the corresponding pieces. Using a straight stitch, sew a seam at a 3/8” seam allowance.

Trim the seam allowance in half.

Press the seam allowance flat and to one side.

Fold the fabric with right sides together.

Stitch again, this time using a 1/4" seam allowance, encasing the raw edge.

Press the seam to one side to finish.

Put your new skills to the test. Try sewing:

The Savannah Camisole is the ideal garment for perfecting French seams.

Savannah

Try French seams on a simple top like Gretta.

Gretta

Practice French seams by sewing Loretta in a sheer fabric

Loretta