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How do I get a smooth finished seam?

Sew a Test Seam

Getting a smooth seam is dependent upon getting the right machine tension, thread, and needle for a specific fabric. Use some of the fabric scraps to make practice seams with different types and sizes of needles and a variety of tension settings until you find the one that looks best.

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