Tutorial: 6 tips for nice jeans topstitching
- Use your feet.
- Chalk it in first.
- Use topstitching thread in your top needle, and regular thread in your bobbin.
- Increase the tension of your top thread.
- Increase your stitch length.
- Don’t backstitch!
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Do you topstitch from the right side of the fabric?
Sew with the garment right sides up so the topstitch thread ends up on the outside! Stabilise lightweight or drapey fabrics with spray starch or by sewing with a layer of tissue paper under the seam.
What is a topstitch hem?
Topstitching is used most often on garment edges such as necklines and hems, where it helps facings to stay in place and gives a crisp edge. It can also be used to attach details like pockets or tabs on zippers, especially on bags.
How far from the edge should you topstitch?
Topstitching is sewn 1/4″ away from an edge, and the stitch length is set slightly longer than the stitch length used for the rest of the garment.
Can you topstitch from the wrong side?
If you’re working on a spot that won’t be crossed with another seam, bring the topstitching thread to the wrong side. You can gently pull on the bobbin thread to bring a loop of the top thread to the back, or use a hand needle. Either way, make a good square knot with your bobbin and top thread.
How do you topstitch like a pro?
How To
- Straight up topstitching ( = a straight stitch sewn parallel to the seam line through the top fabric and the seam allowance underneath)
- If you want topstitches on one side, you press the seam allowance to the opposite side.
- Put your project back on the right side and sew parallel to the seam at ¼”.
Can you put topstitch thread in the bobbin?
Use regular thread in the bobbin
Most topstitching problems are caused by folks trying to use heavy thread in the bobbin of domestic machines. But that is not what your sewing machine is optimized for. Instead, use regular sewing machine thread and take comfort in the fact that usually, the inside will not be visible.
What is the best stitch length for topstitching?
3.5-4
Use a slightly longer stitch length while topstitching. On medium-weight fabrics, use a stitch length of 3, but on heavier fabrics, 3.5-4 is more ideal. Using a longer stitch will help your project look neat and uncluttered.
Do you Backstitch when topstitching?
5) There is no need to backstitch when topstitching, as it is a decorative stitch rather than a construction stitch. Backstitching can be visually distracting on your finished garment, and add unnecessary bulk. Instead to combat thread nests, hold onto your thread tails as begin to stitch.
What is the difference between edge stitch & topstitch?
Topstitching and edgestitching are decorative stitching, which show on the right side of the garment. Topstitching is wider, whereas edgestitching is done close to the seam. Topstitching tends to look more casual and edgestitching more dressy.
What foot do you use for topstitching?
Edgestitch Foot #10 is ideal for topstitching, hemming and embellishing. Its special guide blade helps you sew perfectly straight seams.
Do you need a topstitch needle?
Always use a new needle for topstitching to prevent skipped or pulled stitches. Universal needles, the most commonly used, are adequate for many applications. Sharp pointed needles, such as Microtex or Topstitching, make the most precise stitches and should only be used on woven fabrics.
What weight is topstitch thread?
Top stitch a bag handle with a 12 wt. thread.
What do you use a topstitch needle for?
The Topstitch needle is our favorite needle to use on our home sewing machine. We use this style for quilting, piecing, sewing, and embroidery. A thin layer of titanium nitride makes the Topstitch needle last up to six times longer than a standard needle, thanks to its ability to resist abrasion.
Why is topstitching important?
Topstitching can be used to smooth out wavy seams in necklines, provide extra strength to a seam, to attach something such as a pocket, or to simply provide a professional decorative finish.
What is edge stitching?
A cousin of topstitching is edgestitching, which is defined as a row of stitching on the very edge of a garment, normally ⅛” or less from the edge. It provides a crisp edge for facings, collars, pockets or any situation where you want a tight, professional finish along a seamed edge.
How do you keep topstitching straight?
And now let’s see how we can topstitch along a seam made when we join 2 pieces of fabric together.
There are some simple rules you need to remember here:
- Don’t look at the needle, focus on the white guide bar.
- Hold the fabric lightly – don’t pull or push.
- Don’t sew very fast also.
How do you stretch topstitch fabric?
Good Ideas for Professional-looking knit topstitching
Increase your stitch length to about 6 to 8 stitches per inch and loosen the top tension slightly. For the look of a broken line of topstitching use a darker thread on the bobbin. Topstitch on the side of the garment that will be visible.
Can I back stitch with a walking foot?
You can backstitch a zigzag stitch using a regular presser foot or even a walking foot.
Why is Staystitching done?
The purpose of staystitching is to maintain those grainlines. That’s extra important with curved pieces like necklines and armholes that are cut on the bias (off-grain). Because these pieces are stretchier, their fibers are more likely to get distorted during handling and sewing.
What is Backstitching when would you use it?
Backstitching is simply a techinique using the reverse sewing direction of your machine to ensure that the start and end of a seam do not come undone. It also strengthens the seam. That is about as simple as it can get.