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Hi Everyone!
The question that I have and have been wondering for a while is – Why are French Seams called French Seams? I have asked several other of my sewing info sites the same question, but no one knows. Any ideas?
Thanks!
John 51
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Nov 10, 2009, 05.42 PMby sew4my3
Actually many words in the English language that contain the word “French” does not always indicate that they are from French origin, IE: French Fries. The words “French Seam” in french is “la couture anglaise” which is a literal translation of “English Sewing”. As far as the history of where it derived from I am at a loss. If anyone happens to know that information I would be interested in hearing about it. Keep sewing with a smile!