13 SPECIALTY THREAD GUIDE
Synthetic Topstitch/
Buttonhole Twist
Soft, Stretchy
Nylon
Metallic
APPLICATION
Edging or flatlock
seaming all type
sportswear, home
decorator items
Excellent for providing
soft elastic seams on
lingerie, swimwear,
activewear, silky, rolled
edge.
Highly decorative edge
for sportswear, evening
wear, holiday gifts and
home décor.
4-thread seaming
Yes
Yes
Yes, for outside
exposed seam only
3-thread seaming
Yes
Yes
Yes, for outside
exposed seam only
2-thread flatlock
Yes
Yes
Yes
4-thread edging
Yes
Yes
Yes
3-thread edging
Yes
Yes
Yes
2-thread edging
Yes
Yes
Yes
3-thread narrow
rolled edging
Use in upper looper
only
Yes
Yes
2-thread narrow
rolled edging
Use in lower looper
only
Yes
Yes
COMMENTS
May work satisfactorily
in size 14 needle; not in
size 11.
May be used through
needle. Tensions may
need to be adjusted.
Vary greatly according
to manufacturer. Avoid
those with coarse,
metal fibers.
Experiment to find
which works best.
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