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Sewing concept

Flatlock hem

A stretchy hem stitch created using a coverstitch machine, ideal for knit garments.

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Where it is used

20. Stitch back hem

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Stitch the hem on the back piece using a flatlock machine. If a flatlock machine is unavailable, serge the edges and then stitch with a standard sewing machine.

20. Stitch back hem

Open the step in the "Anorak Sweatshirt Sewing Pattern: Summer Longsleeve with Gathers (PDF Pattern, XS-XXL, A4/Letter/Plotter)" pattern →

Step 23

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Stitch the hem of the top using a flatlock machine.

Step 23

Open the step in the "Easy Halter Neck Pattern | Fitted Knit Tank Top PDF | Center Seam Sleeveless Shirt | Beginner Sewing Womens | L-XXL" pattern →

Stitching the bottom hem

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Stitch along the bottom edge of the garment using a flatlock machine. Use a hook to pull the thread ends to the wrong side within the seam.

Stitching the bottom hem

Open the step in the "Half Zip Top Pattern PDF | Short Sleeve Raglan Shirt | Womens Mock Neck Tee | Casual Zipper Top Sewing | L-XXL" pattern →

Related terms

requiresFlatlock machine

requiresCoverstitch machine

applied toLinn sweatshirt

alternative toDouble needle