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seam_allowance
seam allowance
English
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A pattern shows excess at the edges for a seam allowance.
Noun
seam allowance (plural seam allowances)
- (sewing) The part of the material or fabric added to the dimensions of a sewing pattern outside the seam.
- 2001, Claire B. Shaeffer, Couture Sewing Techniques, page 40
- Trim the seam allowances to between 1/4 in. and 1/2 in. Fold one seam allowance in toward the other and pin along the fold.
- 2001, Claire B. Shaeffer, Couture Sewing Techniques, page 40
Translations
part of the material or fabric added to the dimensions of a pattern outside the seam
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See also
- seam roll