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14 Counter seam (Fig 46)
A very suitable seam for heavy materials, in this both the raw edges are enclosed by both the seam allowances
along the seam line

How to sew a counter seam
Turn under the seam allowances of both the fabric pieces to the wrong side. finger press.
Place the wrong side of the first piece of fabric on the right side of the second piece along the edges, keeping the
seam allowances. Pin in place

Stitch along the folded edge.

Fig 46

15 Strap seam (Fig 47)
In this seam an extra strip of fabric is attached on top of the seam line. The fabric strip is prepared by pressing
the long edges 1/4 inches to the inside and then kept on top of the seam concealing the seam line and stitching
along the edges.

Fig 47

16 Taped seam
This refers to any seam sealed with a tape for waterproofing/weather proofing. In this seam a strip of fabric/ tape
is sewn to the seam to prevent water or any elements from seeping into the inside of the item. The tape may also
be added to prevent distortion.

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