Originally Posted by
Doggramma
I had this problem when I used linen. What I did - after I sewed a seam using 1/4 inch, I sewed it again using 1/8 inch. I was afraid it would fall apart when I washed it.
I would probably consider doing this. Double stitching is a bit of a bother - but waaaaay less bother than trying to fix a pulled out seam.
If your pattern will allow you to do so, take a "generous" 1/4 inch seam - a scant 1/4 inch seam will just give you problems.