Stitch in the Ditch (4179 Views)

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  Step 1 of 3

  Stitching in the Ditch- Pressing the seam allowances to one side and topstitching as close to the seam as possible. Doing this will help keep the lining or facing and seam allowance towards the inside of a garment or bag when you are finished.

  Press the seams towards the lining and stitch in the ditch (topstitch on the right side of the lining as close to the seam as possible).

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  Step 2 of 3

  This is what it looks like below the stitch in the ditch. Notice that the seam allowances are pushed to the right.

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  Step 3 of 3

  The result is a smooth finished seam that lies flat on the body or towards the inside of the bag.

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