Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
🪡 Learn how to create clean, professional looking side splits using a French seam finish with Jo. A fantastic technique to elevate your me-made wardrobe
Jo walks you through how to construct the split, so it stays neat, durable, and comfortable to wear, while keeping everything fully enclosed with a beautiful finish. Perfect for tops, dresses, skirts, and lightweight trousers where you want movement without losing structure.
What you’ll learn:
• How to construct a french seam for strength and a clean finish
• How to adapt french seams for side split openings
• How to keep seam allowances neat and enclosed
• How to achieve a professional finish on garments with movement
• Tips for getting crisp edges without bulk in lightweight fabrics
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📚 Additional Resources:
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🪡 Learn how to create clean, professional looking side splits using a French seam finish with Jo. A fantastic technique to elevate your me-made wardrobe
Jo walks you through how to construct the split, so it stays neat, durable, and comfortable to wear, while keeping everything fully enclosed with a beautiful finish. Perfect for tops, dresses, skirts, and lightweight trousers where you want movement without losing structure.
What you’ll learn:
• How to construct a french seam for strength and a clean finish
• How to adapt french seams for side split openings
• How to keep seam allowances neat and enclosed
• How to achieve a professional finish on garments with movement
• Tips for getting crisp edges without bulk in lightweight fabrics
🧵 Follow along with Jo:
You can find everything mentioned in this video here: minerva.com/post/272317
🔔 Subscribe and Turn on Notifications:
Don't miss a single stitch! Subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications to stay updated on each new video in the series.
👀 Want to browse our new fabric arrivals? Click here: minerva.com/mp?sort=latest&new-arrivals=yes
✨ Minerva Craft Club:
Don't forget, you can save 10% on all orders for a year when you join the Minerva Craft Club - For more information you can follow the link here: minerva.com/craft-club
🌍 Also, did you know we offer worldwide shipping? That's right! Wherever you are, we'll deliver your favourite fabrics and patterns straight to your doorstep. Find out more here: minerva.com/help?id=3
📚 Additional Resources:
If you're new to sewing or need a refresher on certain techniques, check out our Learn to Sew series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlIwtAy1pUoR94iI0Q_T9xlwck-0516_h&si=BLd-hI0EoZ8f8d4A for step-by-step guidance.
👉 Connect With Us:
Instagram: instagram.com/minervadotcom
Facebook: facebook.com/minervadotcom
Website: minerva.com
#sewingtutorial #frenchseams #sidesplits #dressmaking #minervamakes #sewingproject
