15 most common seam finishes in the 1950s (no serger, no zig zag) | mid 20th c. sewing

for my fellow historical sewists: this video discusses and demonstrates 15 common seam finishes used in the 1950s. Seam finishes really level up a garment. When I first began my historical sewing journey it was difficult to find primary sources on different seam finishes. I am using a sewing manual from 1954 as my main source of evidence along with input from a family member who was a dressmaker in the mid-20th century. correction: I didn’t realize Singer had released a version of their machine with a zig zag as early as the 1930s! I was stupidly thinking of my Morse machine when I mentioned that, sorry for the misinformation. Also, rolled hem presser feet were available in the mid-20th century. If you found value in this video please like and subscribe 🍎 🪡 😊 follow for more: