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Sewing concept

Notching and clipping

Cutting small V-shapes or slits into curved seam allowances to allow them to lie flat when turned.

Where it is used

Cutting corner notches

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  1. Cut notches at a 45-degree angle, stopping just before the guide marks. 1 mm away from the marks.
Cutting corner notches
Open the step in the "Half Zip Top Pattern PDF | Short Sleeve Raglan Shirt | Womens Mock Neck Tee | Casual Zipper Top Sewing | L-XXL" pattern →

Trimming and Notching Front Edges

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  1. Trim the seam allowance at the corners of the front edges. Make small notches along the neckline seam allowances, stopping 1-2mm before the stitched seam.
Trimming and Notching Front Edges
Open the step in the "Women’s Sleeveless Vest Sewing Pattern | Button Front Top | V-Neck Vest | Beginner Friendly | XS–M | A4, Letter, Plotter" pattern →

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