Sewing Techniques and Equipment

The lockstitch sewing machine is the most widely used type of sewing machine in garment construction due to its versatility and ability to create strong, durable seams.

A seam allowance is the extra fabric added to the seam line to allow for hemming and finishing the edges of the fabric.

Zigzag stitching is a sewing technique that creates a decorative edge on a garment by using a zigzag stitch pattern.

The bobbin is a small spool that holds the thread for the lower thread in a sewing machine.

Stitching is the sewing technique used to join two pieces of fabric together using a sewing machine or by hand.

The presser foot is a small metal foot that holds the fabric in place while sewing and guides it through the sewing machine.

Shirring is a sewing technique used to create a gathered effect on fabric by sewing rows of parallel stitches and then pulling the threads to gather the fabric.

A seam ripper is a small tool with a sharp blade used to remove stitches from a seam.

Binding is a sewing technique used to create a decorative edge on a garment by sewing a folded strip of fabric over the raw edge of the garment.

A sewing gauge is a small tool used to mark fabric for cutting, sewing, and other sewing tasks.

Piping is a sewing technique used to create a decorative edge on a garment by sewing a narrow strip of contrasting fabric over a cord or piping.

A thimble is a small metal or plastic cap worn on the finger to protect it from the needle while sewing.

Insertion is a sewing technique used to create a decorative edge on a garment by sewing a lace or ribbon between two layers of fabric.

The sewing machine needle is a small, sharp needle that pierces the fabric and creates a stitch.

Topstitching is a sewing technique used to create a decorative edge on a garment by sewing a line of stitches along the seam line with a contrasting thread.