Types of Sergers vs. Types of Stitches
- 2-Thread Overedge Stitch: lightweight seam finishes; used for wovens
- 3-Thread Overlock Stitch: stretch seams; durable seams or seam finishes;
used for knits and wovens
- 2-Thread Chainstitch: stable hasting stitch; decorative topstitching;
used primarily for wovens
- 4-Thread Safety Stitch: stable seams with lightweight seam finishes;
used primarily for wovens
- 5-Thread Safety Stitch: stable seams with durable seam finishes; used
primarily for wovens
- 3-Thread Mock Safety Stitch: durable ultra- stretch seams; used for
super- stretch knits like Lycra or spandex
- 4-Thread Mock Safety Stitch: durable stretch seams; used for knits and wovens
- Flatlock Stitch: flat, non-bulky stretch seams; decorative stitching;
used primarily for knits
- Rolled Hem Stitch: narrow hems and seams; decorative stitching; used
for knits and wovens
- Cover Stitch: stretch hems and seams; decorative stitching, trims;
used primarily for knits
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