I understand the seams in clothing too, I have sewed clothing for myself since teenager. Then I joined the quilting world. And I think I too will consider the open seams going forward. A couple years ago,I pulled out a flannel blanket I was making,that was put away for a long time. I even had the cheerio box templates. And guess what? All the seams were pressed open.I remember opening it up,and saying to myself,now I pressed these seams wrong. Guess who just came foe circle. I'll probably do both ways.