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Why do you leave a sewing margin?

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Anonymous

12y ago
Updated: 8/20/2019

When sewing, you'll want to leave a sewing margin (or a "seam allowance") for a couple of reasons:

  1. A 5/8" margin (the standard seam allowance) between the stitch and the edge allows for a little reinforcement, and places less stress on the stitch. This will keep the stitch from breaking easily.
  2. A margin allows you to later let out the seam, in case you need more room (for example, if a skirt gets too tight, you can loosen it if there's seam allowance).
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