What is Seam Allowance?

Seam allowance is the extra fabric between the stitching line and the cut edge of a garment.

In more detail

It is usually 1 to 1.5 cm on blouses, and more where a garment may need adjusting. A generous seam allowance is what makes it possible to let a garment out later.

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