Types of seams. According to their main function
Today I publish an article whose authorship is not mine but of a very good colleague. Belu Chi she wanted to share her knowledge with us by writing this interesting article on the types of sewing classified by its main function. Belu is also the author of ABCSEAMS
Have you ever asked yourself why we people tend to classify everything?
I’ve just read an article about a neurological study that says when we classify something, what we really do is analyze it to understand it. We people classify things by common elements and make groups, then we know.
That is how our brain works. For instance: if you go to a supermarket to buy some apples, what is the first thing you look for?… yep!, veggies and fruits. We instinctively make a simple logical classification of the food in a supermarket by a common element, in this case: the nature of their composition.
“Being familiar with seams types is crucial to getting the best result”
Now, if you are here reading this, I assume you want to know about sewing seams, not just apples: according to their main function (which in this case is “the common element”), sewing seams are classified into three categories:
1. Construction Seams
2. Hems and Finishes
3. Details
CONSTRUCTIONThese seams build the garment (or any other sewing project). Construction Seams hold two or more layers of fabric together.
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HEMS AND FINISHESFabrics edges are finished with a variety of sewing techniques to avoid fraying or raveling. This category gathers those seams that polish the edge of the fabric.
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DETAILSNow we are referring to those that we use as a decorative feature or to give more volume.
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This category’s code name starts with the letter C, and some uses are: armholes, side seams, crotch, etc.
The code name of Hems and Finishes starts with the letter H, and some uses are: bottoms, cuffs, collars, plackets, waistbands, etc
Their code name starts with the letter D, and some uses are: pleats, darts, tables, boxes, patches, etc.
REMEMBER
REMEMBERRecognizing seams types will help you to:
• choose the right seam
• give precise sewing instructions
• enhance your creativity
Any questions?
Please send me an email at belu@abcseams.com.
Did you like this article?
Then, have a look at 101 Sewing Seams book: 101 Seing Seams: a reference guide to seam types.
Cheers!,
Belu
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