The chain stitch is a traditional type of stitch used to hem jeans, found on most artisan-made denim and antique pairs. It consists of two separate threads that “chain” together to keep your hem in place. Our Union Special 43200G machine specializes in this stitch. What is a double topRead More →
A finished seam is a technique used to secure the raw edge of the fabric exposed within the seam allowance. While it can still fray along the cut edges, the stitches will act as a barrier preventing the seam from fraying any further than the stitching line. … What isRead More →
Whipstitch is a sturdy and visible stitch used for hemming and sewing seams. Running stitch is an even stitch that is used to join two layers together and is meant to be permanent. Basting stitch is an even stitch that is used to temporarily join two layers together.Read More →
The most common technique to gather fabric is to use gathering threads. This is done by running one or more basting lines along the edge of the fabric, on which you then pull so that the fabric bunches up on the threads, until its width matches the width of theRead More →
That means that you will first make a slip knot on one needle, then cast on 11 more stitches on the same needle. In knitting, the slip knot always counts as a stitch. Is a slip stitch the same as a slip knot? ” A slip knot is used toRead More →
Fueled by a new sound, Straight Line Stitch began making a name for itself beyond the boundaries of its native Tennessee, releasing three albums and an EP between 2006 and 2011. … While this could have marked the end of the band, Straight Line Stitch is determined to show thatRead More →