1. Apparel Engineering Techniques Obj. 3.02
Seams
Apparel Engineering Techniques
Obj. 3.02

2. Plain Seam The most common of seams
Suitable for all areas of a garment
Not suitable for shear & lace fabrics

3. Flat – fell Seam Decorative Strong Functional
Great choice whenever raw edges are not desirable.

4. Welt Seam
A variation of a flat-fell seam
Less Bulky
Used on heavy fabrics
Easier to sew
Can be used on straight or slightly curved seams

5. French Seam
A seam within a seam
Used on fabrics that ravel easily
Used so no raw edges will show

6. Topstitched Seams
Plain seam with a row of machine stitching on one or both sides of the seam line.
Decorative effect on sport clothes
Found on pockets, & pleats or to emphasize seamlines