5 easy and beautiful ways how to finish seams - beginner friendly!

In this video tutorial, my dear Sewing Friends, I would like to share with 5 alternative ways of finishing your seams without a serger or overlocker. There are many other seam finishes out there, but these are my favorite - you won't find pinking seam allowances on this list, he he. You know that I truly suggest to you and for you what I believe in myself and this list is no exception. Each seam finish has a particular use and application. I hope this helps and provides you inspiration and information for new sewing adventures!

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[evelyngautier]

Wow. I thought I knew every finishing tip. Did not know the last two. The mock French finish I never heard about it and the last one I’ve seen a million times on men shirts but had no idea how it was done. Never underestimate what you can learn even when you think you know it all. You are the best. And by the way, when I hear your voice it reminds me that miracles happen (your story touched my heart). Be safe and thanks!

[Happy_life]

I just love your videos. You have such a sweet disposition and a natural ability to teach. You have given me the confidence to start sewing and pattern drafting. Thanks😉

[mjdc]

high quality visuals, excellently articulated explanations. Fantastic video.

[adrianaafv]

This is very helpful, thank you so much! Also, I gotta say that I just adore the sound of your voice, it´s relaxing. I allways look forward for your next video. :)

[kerrythomas]

I have been a long time sewer for many years but stopped when I got quite sick. My partner bought me a brand new sewing machine for Christmas & it does everything I need. But I needed to get my knowledge back up to scratch again. So thank you so much for giving me the confidence to start again. 🥰🇦🇺

[cherylclear]

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO MAKE THIS VIDEO!
I appreciate how simple you made it and the perk of the option to print the instructions and the space to attach our own samples!💜😊
YOU ROCK!

[peachesfireside]

THANK YOU, Alisa you aren't only a fantastic teacher but a beautiful soul. I am beginning to think I do not need any other sewing videos other than yours. My husband said, "I just enjoy listening to her while you watch." Keep on keeping on God's Blessings from Montana

[juanitar.miller]

This video saved my bacon! I just tried a faux French seam on a car seat cover I made from a double layer of heavy canvas- so 4 layers of heavy canvas in the curvy seams. It worked terrific!! I trimmed the inner layers to half-width then wrapped each outer layer over each inner layer toward the center then sewing those folded outer layers together as in a faux French seam.

[juanitar.miller]

Your pattern drafting videos and encouragement of test garments gave me the confidence to make a draft and sew a nice double layer canvas car seat cover by myself. Yay! Thank you SO much❣️

[debbiefarner]

Thank you so much for this! I do not have a serger and these are so helpful.

[abaigealduda]

I love how clear and precise all of your how to information is. I once took a sewing class, and our instructor told us to encase seams in this lacy tape/ribbon that was so scratchy! I appreciate that you discuss options and how they are typically applied. No judgement is we find that we have a preference, etc. Your videos are a joy to watch and highly inspirational. Thank you!

[cheryl]

This was amazing! I’ve never heard of these tips before. Thank you so much, from someone without an overlock, this tip will come in handy! Have a wonderful day! 💕

[momsnewlife]

I made a book with many seam allowances over 49 years ago in high school. I wish I could find it. Maybe I can make another book watching your you tube station. Thank you.

[deanalovessewn]

Hi Alisa!! Thanks for the wonderful tutorial on finishing your seams.. Deeply appreciated.. My favorites or french seams & bias binding….
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[daniellealex]

Is there a way to like this video more than once?! Amazing information! Thank you thank you!! 😍

[imsewblessed]

Woo hoo!!! I’m definitely going to make use of the sample sheets. That’s going to be so helpful. 👍👍😊 my favorite is French seams. Although, I used to hate bias binding but after following along with your dress a girl around the world video, I like doing them now. Your technique works like a charm. 🥰

[karin]

I really thought I should get a serger, but I can just do the zigzag first. It may take a bit longer but I can't justify spending money on a serger right now. Thank you for these wonderful tips.

[CharliesCanvas]

I never knew I was supposed to zigzag at the edge of the fabric. What little sewing I'd done, my seams always looked a mess. Now they are nice and tidy! Thank you Alisa! Isn't it amazing how a small detail like that can make such a difference? And thank you for understanding we all don't have sergers!

[qormi]

What neat finishes to the seams. Thank you. xx

[l.a.w.]

Wow this is so so helpful. Makes me want to go fix the seams of a few things I made this summer.