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(a) Join the pieces of fabric together with the R.S facing and W.S upper most .Match the fitting or stitching line and raw
edges.
(b) Pin and tack along the fitting line.
(c) Remove pins and machine on the fitting line.
(d Remove tackings and machine along the F.L finish off the thread.
(e) Trim the seam allowance to within 1 cm with pinking shears /scissors.
(f) Press open on W.S.
marto answered the question on April 17, 2019 at 11:47
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