Practical stitches
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6 Practical stitches
6.1 Overview Practical stitches
Stitch
patterns
Stitch
number
Name Description
1 Straight stitch Seams and topstitching.
2 Zig zag Reinforcing seams, finishing edges, sewing
elastic seams and attaching lace.
3 Vari overlock Sewing and finishing elastic fabrics in one
step.
4 Running stitch Darning with running stitch, mending fabrics,
reinforcing edges.
5 Securing Program Securing starts and ends of seams by straight
stitching.
6 Triple Straight stitch For durable seams in heavy fabrics; visible
hems and seams.
7 Triple Zig zag For durable seams in heavy fabrics; visible
hems and seams.
8 Honeycomb stitch For elastic fabrics and hems. Is also used with
elastic bobbin threads.
9 Blind stitch Blind hems, shell edging effect on soft jerseys
and fine material, decorative seams.
10 Double overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of elastic
fabrics.
11 Superstretch stitch For highly stretch fabrics. For all types of
clothing.