Sir Snips’ Daily Snippet: Clip the Curve, Not the Seam

Sir Snips demonstrates clipping inward curves and notching outward curves without cutting the seam.

Sir Snips’ Daily Snippet 🦝✂️

Clip the curve. Not the seam.

After stitching a curved seam, treat the seam allowance according to the shape. On an inward—or concave—curve, make small straight clips so the allowance can spread when turned. On an outward—or convex—curve, remove small V-shaped notches so excess fabric does not bunch. Space the cuts along the curve and always stop before the stitching line.

A few tasteful cuts, darling. We’re shaping fabric—not making a crime scene. 🎃😉

Which one makes you pause: inward clips or outward notches?

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Published October 31, 2026.