1.Flat Seam
Two fabric pieces are stitched together along a straight line on the fabric face. Thread knots appear on the reverse side. Widely used for T-shirt side seams.
2.Overlock / Serge
Braided interlocking thread wraps fabric edges. Usually 3-thread construction to prevent fabric fraying. It is a standard finishing for sweatshirt raw edges.
3.Coverstitch
2–3 parallel straight stitches on the fabric right side, with mesh looping stitches on the wrong side. High elasticity and resistant to breakage, used on sportswear necklines and hems.
4.Chain Stitch
Single-thread stitch forming chain loops. It features great stretchability. Commonly applied to high-tension areas such as jean crotches.
5.Zigzag Stitch
Z-shaped stitch with good elasticity and tensile strength. Suitable for lingerie edges and appliqué embroidery.
6.Blind Stitch
Stitches are nearly invisible on the fabric front. Creates a seamless finish for trouser hems and high-end women’s garment bottoms.
7.Pick Stitch
Intermittent tiny hand-look stitches. Applied along suit lapels to add premium tailored texture and dimension.
8.Bar Tack
Dense repeated stitching forms a thick reinforced block. Used to strengthen pocket corners and zipper ends to stop seam ripping.
9.Buttonhole
Pre-cut button opening finished with binding stitching. Shirt buttonholes are divided into straight buttonholes and eyelet buttonholes.
10.Button Sewing
Cross stitching method for four-hole buttons. Evenly distributes stress so buttons do not fall off easily.
11.Felled Seam
Fabric edges are folded and stitched fully enclosed inside the seam. Both sides look smooth without exposed threads. Strong and neat, widely used on premium shirt side seams.
12.Topstitch
Visible stitching on the garment surface to outline contours and secure linings. It also serves decorative purposes on workwear and denim clothing.
Memorize this rule: Judge craftsmanship by stitching. Good workmanship can be identified by examining seams on the garment inside out.