An abutted seam is a flat seam used to join two layers of fabric without overlapping them. Instead the two layers are butted close to each other, without either layer going on top of the other. There is no seam allowance in an abutted seam; the two pieces touch along the seam line without overlapping and are sewn together with a zigzag stitch or other type of wide stitch. Seam binding or stay tape can be used to bridge the gap and strengthen the seam at the same time.
Tips + Notes
- You may find it easier to sew the abutted seams with the seam binding side up. I sew them with the seam binding on the underside so the batting doesn’t get caught in the machine.
- To sew abutted seams on curved seam lines, pin the first side of the curved seam normally. When you pin the other side, drape it over your other hand to form the curve.
- For extrastrong seams, stitch up and down the seam a few times.
Heiii. I am thinking to use this method in a tulle skirt. What do you think? It's the first time I am sewing with tulle. I am not using lining. I am not sure how to finish the seam so they look pretty.
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