Stretch stitches are mainly for use on knit, or stretchable
alsobe used on woven fabrics.
Straight stretch stitch is far stronger
locks three times - forwards, backwards and forwards.
It is particularly suitable for reinforcing the seams of sportswear in stretch and
non-stretch
fabrics and for curved seams.
Use this stitch also to top-stitch lapels, collars and cuffs to give a professional
finish to your garments.
fabrics, but
than
ordinary straight stitch because it
can
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