Double-faced Wool Seam
Working with double-faced fabrics requires special seaming and finishing techniques. In this lesson, we will demonstrate the steps involved in preparing and then sewing a double-faced wool seam. You will be able to sew seams and finish garment edges to create beautiful reversible garments using this technique.
Learn more about seam finishes for different types of fabrics by viewing: Single Edge Seam Finish, Double Stitched Seam Finish, French Seam Finish, Mock French Seam Finish, Hong Kong Bound Seam Finish, Flat Felled Seam Finish, Pinked & Open Seam Finish, Overlocked & Open Seam Finish, Slot Seam and Lapped Seam Finish.
| Module | Description | Step |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lesson Prep | 1-8 |
| 2 | Separating the Layers | 1-4 |
| 3 | Preparing the Seam | 1-5 |
| 4 | Sewing the Double-face Seam | 1-5 |
MODULE 1 • Lesson Prep
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare two pieces of double-face wool fabric, 4” (10.2cm) in the width grain by 5” (12.7cm) in the length grain. We have chosen a two-tone fabric for demo purposes. |
| 2 | Since we will be doing a fair amount of basting for this lesson, we will be using 100% cotton embroidery thread for basting. Cotton embroidery thread is heavier than regular cotton thread and easier to use for basting. You will also need a pair of very sharp pointed-edge embroidery scissors. |
| 3 | Cut an 18” (45.7cm) length of cotton embroidery thread and separate a single strand. We will be using only one strand for basting. |
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