The Gentle Art of Unpicking: How to Use a Seam Ripper Without Damaging Your Fabric

possible. This reduces the chance of cutting through a lining while opening the outer seam.

Once the seam has been released, inspect the fabric for loose thread and stretched areas. The garment can then be pinned, fitted, and sewn in its corrected position.

A cleanly opened seam is easier to alter and produces a more professional result when the garment continue reading …