How do I sew a Flat Piped Seam?
- Press a piece of bias tape in half and pin it along the edge of your fabric with the folded edge inside.
- Baste the bias in place using the necessary seam allowance.
- Place your second piece of fabric on top, sandwiching the bias tape between the layers.
- Use a regular stitch length to stitch the seam again with the proper seam allowance.
- Press the seam open.
- Finish the seam allowance using your desired method.
When should I use a Flat Piped Seam?
Use a Flat piped seam when you need a subtle decorative accent, or are working on a very small project where piping would be overpowering.
How do I sew a Corded Seam?
- Change your machine to a zipper presser foot.
- Pin a piece of piping along the edge of your fabric.
- Line the piping up with the edge of the presser foot and stitch in place.
- Place your second piece of fabric on top, sandwiching the piping between the layers.
- Stitch again with the piping against the edge of the presser foot.
- If the stitches are not tight enough to the piping, move the needle slightly to one side and stitch again closer.
- Press the seam open.
- Finish the seam allowance using your desired method.
When should I use a Corded Seam?
Corded Seams are great for accenting seam lines in a project, especially when sewn with a contrasting fabric.
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