# @fabcyclevan on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DF5oxYYvnO7
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/26594753-fabcyclevan-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-02-10T17:25:28.000+00:00

## Caption

🧵 Sewing Slang with Erin: What Does “Grading the Seam” Mean? ✂️

When you sew a seam, both seam allowances are usually the same width. But if you want your finished project to lay flatter and smoother, you can grade the seam!

Erin explains it best: To grade a seam, you trim one side of the seam allowance to half its width. This reduces bulk, especially on thick fabrics or curved seams, helping everything sit nicely when turned right-side out.

Such a small step, but it makes a big difference! Have you used this technique before? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

#SewingTips #SewingSlang #SewingHack #SewingCommunity

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sewingslang, sewingtips, sewinghack, sewingcommunity

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