Finish Those Edges

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Finishing Those Edges

Please, for the love of all that is sewing, I ask that you finish the edges of your fabric.

You do not need a serger to this.  In fact you can finish the edges using one of 3-basic stitches found on any sewing machine. 

1.  3-step zig-zag stitch on the edge of your fabric.

2.  Regular zig-zag stitch on the edge of your fabric. 

 3.  Using pinking shears, cut the edge of the fabric.  

Then sew a straight stitch 1/4" from the edge of fabric.

Why finish your edges?  

Because it will keep the edges from fraying.  

It will make your seam allowances look professional. 

It will make me happy. ;) 

P.S. This is meant for edges of finished garments and accessories not quilts.