handbag patterns to download and sew

Ever wonder if you are finishing your seam correctly or if there is a better way?  Here are a few definitions of seam finishes that should help ...

grading seams - used to eliminate bulk. Grading means cutting seam allowance to different widths after stitching. Trim interfacing closest to the stitching, then the facings.
zig-zagged edges - for fabrics that ravel, zig-zag stitch close to the raw edge. Use a smaller stitch on firmly woven fabrics & a wider stitch on loosely woven fabrics.
rolled edges - for sheer fabrics, a good finish is the rolled edge. Stitch a plain seam, press both seam allowances to one side & trim to 3/8 inch. Roll both seam allowances together, using your thumb & fore-finger, to the line of stitching. Sew over the edge close to the line of stitching with a whipping stitch. Keep stitches evenly spaced & do not pull tight.
edge stitched - used on non-bulky fabrics, that ravel. Turn under raw edge 1/4 inch & machine stitch close to folded edge. Press seam open.
pinked seam - used on fabrics that don't fray. Using pinking shears, cut raw edge of seam allowance. Hold the shears firmly & cut with long even strokes. Press seam open.
edge stitched & pinked - for fabrics that ravel slightly, machine stitch 1/4 inch from edge & then trim 1/8 inch from