why set seams??
#1
my sister called me and asked "why do we set seams when pressing"? OK I know I do it, but why??? I did a serch on it and am not happy with most answers. Knowing this board I knew this was the place to ask. I know some where along the way I was told why but have so forgotten.
she is teaching a class and needs to know, thanks ever so!!
she is teaching a class and needs to know, thanks ever so!!
#3
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Leaha, I love that you asked this question! I have heard that by pressing the seam, you are pressing the stitches into the fabric which is best for the seam. I want a better answer myself!
#4
I always set my seams with the iron. The before and after are amazing.
I believe it embeds the thread into the fabric. And it straightens out any puckers. I also make sure that the fabric I want the seam to fold to is on top. Makes the fold out easier too.
Hope I have helped.
Subee :-)
I believe it embeds the thread into the fabric. And it straightens out any puckers. I also make sure that the fabric I want the seam to fold to is on top. Makes the fold out easier too.
Hope I have helped.
Subee :-)
#9
Yes, it helps it lay better but also allows you to match up to another block so much easier. You will butt the seams together from one block to another and pin so the blocks connect easily in the proper place. You need to press the seams flat so that there is no bunching or lumps of excess fabric.
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