Sewing thread materials explained: fibres, properties and applications
Not every textile raw material is suitable for the production of sewing threads. Only a few meet the high requirements placed on sewing threads by the sewing process and…
Sewing thread construction explained: types, properties and applications
While the construction of the yarns individually determines the type of sewing thread, twist, ply, and cord define general construction parameters for all sewing threads.…
Seam quality explained: criteria, characteristics and performance
The term “quality” indicates the extent to which a product meets specific requirements. In the general understanding of quality in the sewing industry, seam quality is…
Sewing thread numbering explained: Tex, Nm, denier and ticket numbers
Discover textile numbering systems used for sewing and embroidery threads, including Tex, Nm, denier, and ticket numbers. Learn how thread size, linear density, and…
Industrial stitch types explained: sewing thread consumption and ISO 4915
Learn about industrial stitch types, sewing thread consumption, stitch density, seam construction, and thread balance according to ISO 4915. Discover how lockstitch,…
Machine Embroidery stitch types
Intro The right stitch type plays a key role in achieving high-quality embroidery results. This chapter introduces the basic stitch types used in machine embroidery and…
Overedging explained: techniques, stitch types and thread selection
Discover overedging techniques, stitch types, sewing thread selection, and processing parameters for industrial garment manufacturing. Learn how overlock seams improve…
Sewing thread quality characteristics explained: properties and performance
Discover the key quality characteristics of industrial sewing and embroidery threads, including strength, elasticity, abrasion resistance, shrinkage, lubrication, and…
Preventing seam puckering
Learn how to prevent seam puckering in garment manufacturing by optimizing sewing parameters, thread tension, fabric feeding, and material selection. Discover how…