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
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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.
Linen Fabric
Linen fabric can be a dream to sew with, especially for beginners. Check out this video to get a general overview of sewing with linen so you know how to make the most of it. This tutorial covers care suggestions, cutting, marking, pressing, and also sewing machine settings.
French Piping
Piping can be used to finish edges for an elegant detail. Use this French seam method as a way to make those raw edges look finished so it looks beautiful on the garment's right and wrong 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.
Finish a Project
You think you're done with that new project. There's always some cleanup to do before a project is totally done. Don't forget to check for thread strands, basting stitches and your markings. Don't leave any loose threads!
Edge Finish
The edge finish is a really thin hem found mostly in garment sewing. There are a couple ways to do them so watch our video to find out which method will work best for you.