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Step 4 : Press the seam allowance to one side. Make sure the seam is flat on the right side before continuing.
(Fig 31)
Fig 31

Step 5 : Pin the seam in place. (Fig 32)

Fig 32

Step 6 : The final step is to stitch the seam down. The stitch should be parallel to the initial seam and about 3/8″
wide. (Fig 33)
Fig 33

9 Corded or Piped seam
In this seam, a fabric-covered cording is inserted between the seam line. It is a decorative seam and is mostly
used in collars, cuffs, pockets and home decorating fabrics. (Fig 34)

Fig 34

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CITS : Apparel - Sewing Technology - Exercise 34