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Topstitch example |
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Topstitching thread is a thicker thread that will give bold accent stitching to details of bag.
Tips for sewing with a heavier thread:
1. Use large needle. Size 18 or 20 depending on thickness of thread and density of fabric.
2. Use a topstitching needle. This needle has a larger eye and deeper scarf (groove in front of needle) to accommodate the thread.
3. Lengthen the stitch to 8 -10 stitches per inch or 4 mm. A larger thread takes more room to form the stitch. A short stitch length will result in poorly formed stitches and thread jams.
4. Sew slowly. Thicker threads are sometimes less flexible and need to be handled more carefully.
5. Increase top tension. It takes more tension on the heavier thread to pull up the bobbin thread, especially if you are using the heavier thread in the bobbin as well.
6. All-purpose thread can be used in the bobbin with topstitching thread on top if the underside will not be visible.
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