Clipping corners
Making a precise cut into the neckline seam allowance at the V-neck corner to allow it to lay flat.
Where it is used
Trimming the Hem
p. 14- Trim off any excess fabric along the marked line to ensure a perfectly level hem.
12.2. Overlapping placket ends
p. 11- Overlap the placket ends, aligning the cut edges so the right side lays over the left, forming a corner.
12.7. Pressing neckband seam
p. 14- Press the seam allowance from attaching the neckband toward the front and back neckline.
Tuck Serger Tail
p. 6- Bend the serger tail at the neckline toward the armhole and tuck it under the seam allowance fold.
Turn and Shape Corners
p. 8- Fold the hem allowance to the wrong side, then use a thick needle to gently shape the corners. Press the corners flat.
Snipping Corner Diagonally
p. 6- Carefully snip diagonally right up to the end point of the stitch—make sure not to cut into the zipper tape.
Pressing Side Seams
p. 9- Press the seam, then press the seam allowances toward the front.
17.1.5. Clip collar seam allowance
p. 8- Clip the collar seam allowance and the neckline edge of the front where the placket ends.
Turn and Press Corners
p. 11- Turn the collar and hem allowance right side out, straighten the corners, and fold the zipper tape with twill tape to the inside of the sweatshirt. Press to set.
Clip Armscye Seams
p. 5- Also clip the armscye seam allowance so the seam can be laid out in a straight line.
Press Neckline and Armholes
p. 6- Turn the lower top piece to the wrong side and press it, rolling the seam slightly toward the lower piece.
Trimming and Turning Collar
p. 6- In the collar corner, trim the seam allowances close to the stitching line. Press lightly, then press the seam allowances open (spread them to different sides) using a pressing ham (tailor's ham) for the collar's wet heat treatment (WHT). Turn the collar right side out, smooth out the corners, and press lightly.
Related terms
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