It's hard to finish the raw edges on delicate fabrics with traditional methods. When this happens it's best to consider doing a French or Faux French seam to keep those raw edges neat and enclosed. Learn what these seams are and how to do them.
French Seam and Faux French Seam
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Faux Suede
If you don't want to use the real thing, faux suede is a great alternative and can be used in a variety of projects. This video offers an overview on cutting, sewing, and pressing with faux suede to make working with it easier.