A top stitch is a finishing stitch, usually sewn on the edge of pieces that have been sewn together. It's commonly found on pieces connected to a facing, like with collars. It can take a piece from looking amateur to professional.
Top Stitch
finishing stitches
Blind Hem for Knit Fabric
Sewing a nicer knit garment and don't want to weigh down the hem area with a standard hem. The blind hem is a great option to make the stitches hardly noticeable and can be done easily on your sewing machine. Watch this tutorial to see how to sew a blind hem specifically for knit fabric.
Narrow Hemmer Presser Foot
Using a narrow hemmer presser foot to create a narrow hem or rolled hem on your sewing machine can make your sewing tasks easier. But this type of foot can be tricky to use. Watch this demonstration to see how it's done.
Lettuce Hem
Add a wavy, curly hem to the edges of your lightweight knit garments with this fun sewing technique. The lettuce hem is a great way to embellish children's clothing and this tutorial shows you how to do it using your sewing machine.
Overcast Stitch
Whether you're sewing with woven or knit fabric, using an overcast stitch to finish raw edges will leave your seams looking neat and professional. This video shows you how to use your sewing machine to achieve an overcast finish.
Cover Stitch – Double Needle
Using the double needle will allow your basic sewing machine to create a professional looking cover stitch that's perfect for hemming.
Bias Tape Finish
Finish your raw edges with bias tape so that the inside of your garment will look as sharp as the right side.
Finish Seams
Learn how to finish your seams for a professional look on the inside of your garment.
Hong Kong Finish
Learn how to create the Hong Kong finish for a sleek, professional way to finish the raw edges of your most elegant garments.
Blind Hem Machine Stitch
Love the look of a blind hem, but don't have the patience to do it by hand? Well, some sewing machines have the capability to do it for you and we'll show you how.