Over Edge and Chain Stitch
Over Edge and Chain Stitch
Over Edge and Chain Stitch
Features: This type of stitch is made by one or more sets of thread & is bound by minimum loops of one set of thread by rotating the fabric edge. As a result thread can not be drawing off from the fabric edge. At least one group of thread passes around cut end of the fabric. Before sewing the fabric edge is cleaned by the knife of the machine which is placed at front of the needle. Sometimes it is called over locking m/c but it is mainly over edge stitch. Better extensibility Generally stitch width 3-5mm. it is also used for decorative purpose. This type of stitch (504) is made by needle thread & two looper threads. Stitch type-503, 512, and 514. For light fabric stitch type-512 is used & for coarse fabric such as denim, jeans, cord stitch type-514 is used.