Twisted seams
Also: Twisted trouser seams
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A side seam or inseam that spirals around the leg or body instead of running straight comes from pieces cut off-grain or one layer eased more than the other while sewing. Recut on true grain where possible.
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Crotch pulling
Fabric pulling tight and creasing across the crotch of trousers usually comes from a crotch curve too shallow or a rise too short for the wearer. Lower the curve or lengthen the rise in a future muslin.
Stretched necklines
A neckline that gapes and has lost its shape usually comes from cutting on the bias without stabilizing, or handling the edge too much before finishing. Stay-stitch the neckline immediately after cutting.
Uneven hem
A hemline that dips or rises around the garment instead of sitting level usually comes from not letting the garment hang before marking, so bias areas drop further. Let it hang, then mark and true the hem.
Wavy hems
A hem edge that ripples instead of lying flat, common on flared skirts, comes from turning up a curved edge without easing out the extra fullness. Ease-stitch the raw edge and steam out the fullness before turning.
Zip waves
Rippling fabric along a zipper opening comes from stretching the fabric while sewing or using a zipper the wrong length for the opening. Stabilize the seam with interfacing tape and match zip length to the opening.
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