Thread: Why not iron seams open?
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Old 08-20-2010, 03:49 PM
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This history of the seam pressed to one side originated when quilts were hand stitched. Pressing to one side strengthened the seam. Now that most quilts are machine sewn that is no longer a necessity.
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