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Q&A | Cutting Corners
By Linda Lee
When sewing a corner, such as in a collar point, we've
all been taught to stitch the corner with shorter stitches
and clip close to the stitching to remove bulk before
turning.What's the best way to make sure you don't
poke through the point when turning?
Susan |
You're right; we have been taught to trim diagonally across
a corner to remove the bulk. But what results are usually
corners that are too "poked out." If you look at ready-towear,
corners are softer than what the sewer's eye is used to.
This technique works for any thickness
of fabric, from very thin to heavy, in
garment making to home decorating
projects.
After sewing the adjacent seams at a
corner it's still a good idea to trim the
seams a bit, but don't trim diagonally.
Instead, press the seams toward the garment
along the stitching lines, pressing
one seam allowance over the other (2).
Hold your thumb over the stacked seams
as you turn the corner right side out.
You'll be amazed how the corner lies flat
with just the right amount of support.
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