Decorative topstitching
A line of stitching sewn on the right side of the fabric, 5 mm from the seam line, to secure allowances and add detail.
Where it is used
Marking Topstitch Line
p. 14- Mark the topstitch line along the front edge and the garment hem.
Topstitch Neckline and Armholes
p. 5- Secure the seam allowances at the neckline and armholes to the lower layer of the top so it won't roll outward while worn. Mark matching reference points for where the stitching starts and ends. From each strap, measure 2.5 cm out to both sides. Press the seam allowances toward the lower layer and topstitch from the right side, catching the lower layer by 0.1-0.2 cm. At the beginning and end of each line of stitching, add neat backstitches.
Topstitch Armhole Edges
p. 6- Direct the seam allowances along the armhole edges toward the top's lower piece as well. Topstitch from the right side, stitching 0.1-0.2 cm onto the lower piece. Add backstitches at the beginning and end of the seam.
10.9. Decorative Topstitching
p. 10- Sew a decorative topstitch along the armhole at 0.7 cm, securing the pressed edge of the binding.
15.25. Marking fly topstitching
p. 21- Mark the fly topstitching on the right side of the closure.
Bodice Preparation - Decorative Topstitching and Shoulder Seams
p. 12- Topstitch the front and back darts with decorative threads, leaving a 0.1 cm gap from the seam. Press the stitched seams of the bodice. Pin the shoulder seams, aligning the edges and placing them with the right sides together, then join the shoulder edges with a 1.0 cm seam allowance.
Zipper Decorative Topstitching
p. 38- Fold the placket onto the lining and pin it in place. Sew a finishing stitch 0.1 cm along the right edge of the fastener, stopping at the bottom end point. Detach the placket. Sew a decorative stitch 0.1 cm along the left edge of the closure, turn 90 degrees and sew along the bottom edge to secure the bottom edge of the placket completely.
Stitching Cut Finishing Line
p. 16- Stitch a finishing line along the cut, leaving a 1.4 cm gap from the pressed edge.
Sewing Decorative Knit Stitch
p. 20- Sew a decorative knit stitch along the top edge of the back and armhole trim on the front. And also the ties. Note: The edges do not meet at the top corner of the panel.
Topstitching Armhole Lining
p. 8- Direct the seam allowances onto the lining and topstitch on the right side of the lining, setting the stitching 0.1–0.2 cm from the seam line. After completing the stitching along the allowances, make clips/notches, stopping 0.2 cm short of the stitching line.
Topstitching Right Armhole Lining
p. 10- Direct the seam allowances onto the lining and topstitch on the right side of the lining, setting the stitching 0.1–0.2 cm from the seam line. Use backstitches (reinforcement). In two steps. After completing the stitching along the allowances, make clips/notches, stopping 0.2 cm short of the stitching line.
Topstitch Neckline
p. 9- Sew a decorative and reinforcing topstitch along the neckline at 0.7-0.8 cm, gently stretching the fabric as you go. Remove any basting stitches when finished.
Related terms
requiresStraight stitch sewing machine
depends onPressing toward garment