Stitch Type

Stitches: Class-600 (Cover stitch)

Class-600 (cover stitch): The stitches under this class are generally produced with three groups of threads. Threads of two groups can be seen from either side. The first group of threads are called needle threads, the second are called top cover threads and the third are called bottom cover threads. The stitches of this class are very complex and up to 9 threads can be used in producing these stitches.  Also called: Flat seam stitches, interlock stitches, flatlock stitches  Cover stitches sew flat seams in which fabric piles about or overlap slightly and are interlocked by the stitches  "Web of threads" appear on both face and back of the flat seam

Applications: •

Knits, lingerie, binging elastics, etc..

Decorative

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Advantages: •

Create strong very extensible stitches

• The many inter loopings finish the raw edge of the fabric • Require little or no seam allowance, conserves fabric • 605 is the most common in 600 class

Disadvantages: •

Uses a lot of thread

• Can be uncomfortable if soft thread not used • More suitable for knits than woven garments