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sewing machine stitch in which the top thread interlocks with the bobbin thread.
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A sewing machine that overcasts, trims, and finishes the raw edges of a seam. Commonly referred to as a serger.
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An embroidery process where a machine is used to create patterns and designs on fabric.
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per inch (SPI) Stitches Per Inch
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Globally recognized as a leader in the development of standards in many industries, including fashion.
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Six classes of stitch type (100-single thread chain, 200-hand stitch, 300-lockstitch, 400-multi thread chain, 500-overedge and safety, 600-cover or flat)
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Stitch that interloops the needle thread(s) with a bottom looper thread on the underside of the seam. This stitch is used on most seams in woven apparel.
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Stitch that is often used to seam knitwear. It consists of at least two needle threads, a looper thread and a top thread passing over the edge of the material.
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Machine This is the most common stitch formed on industrial sewing machines. A stitch formed by interlocking needle threads with a bobbin thread.
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A line of stitching just inside the intended permanent stitching line (seam line) on curved edges that stabilizes and keeps the curve from distoring.
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A sometimes decorative, sometimes functional stitch that is usually 1/4" from the edge of a seam. It is visible because it is done on the top of the item.
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Stitching A stitch done a scant 1/8" from the folded or seamed edge.
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categorized according to their structure (SS- Superimposed, LS-Lapped, BS-Bound, FS-Flast (butted), EF- Edge Finished, OS-Ornamental)
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Most common seam construction. Created by sewing two or more layers of fabric together.
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wedge-shaped seam that molds a flat piece of fabric so that it fits smoothly over a rounded area of the body, for example around hips, bust or the top of the head.
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Made to finish and edge of a garment. Is one piece of fabric encompassing the raw edge of another piece of fabric.
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Constructed by having two pieces of fabric meet at the edge. Coverstitch is used to join or sew the fabric pieces together. Creates a flat seam.
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This seam is used to prevent edges from rolling or curling. Great for knit fabrics.
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This seam is made using machines with zigzag capability. It is used on a plain seam on woven or knit fabric.
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folds (tucks coming to a point) and sewn into fabric to take in ease and provide shape to a garment, especially for a woman's bust.
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These are parallel folds of fabric held by stitching from one end to the other.
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(shaping device) A fold of cloth made by doubling material upon itself and pressing or stitching it into place.
