Saddle stitch is a decorative stitch used on hems, collars, cuffs, pockets, and other visible exterior sides. It can be worked through the fabric layer and is intended for hemming and protecting the edges of the material. Saddle stitching is used in leather goods and binding magazines and brochures.
A saddle stitch is a decorative, cover stitch that is made on a hem, collar, cuff, pocket, or any other visible exterior side. The thread used for this stitch is usually in a contrasting color to the fabric or surface to make it stand out; In addition to using a different color thread, you can also use a thicker or heavier thread to increase the visibility of the contrast stitching. In addition to being decorative intent, saddle stitches are also intended for hemming and protecting the edges of the material.
The spine stitching is done similar to a running stitch. The needle moves in and out along the line of stitching, maintaining a distance of about a half inch between two stitches. The length of a stitch should be the same as the distance between the stitches. The saddle stitch can be worked through the fabric layer so that the stitches at the bottom look the same as the stitches at the top. If this reversible look is not required, the bottom stitches can also be hidden within the hem.
While working the saddle stitch, it’s important not to overtighten the thread, as this can cause unwanted puckering. To get rid of puckering, lay the work out on a flat surface and smooth the stitches along the seam line in the direction of the needle. Sewing can be made easier by using a long, sharp needle.
Take several stitches on the needle before passing the thread. It will help to use a thimble to protect your finger and help push the needle through. Cutting the thread to a manageable length will prevent it from tangling. Some people cover the thread with beeswax to prevent thread tangling problems.
In addition to garments and fabrics, saddle stitching is used to sew leather goods and to bind magazines and brochures. In leather work, a double row of saddle stitch is common and can be quite strong and durable. An awl is used to poke a series of holes in the leather and a long thread with needles at each end is woven front to back, front to back, through the holes in a saddle stitch. To finish, the needles are passed to the same side of the leather and then the two ends of the thread are tied. The binding in the case of brochures and magazines is done by folding the papers in half and joining them along the spine.
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