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Flatlocking is a great technique to learn on your serger/overlocker and you don’t need any special accessories to do it. The resulting seam lies flat so it is a great option for clothing for kids who find a lot of their seams itchy. Flatlocking works on both woven and stretch fabrics, but because the raw...Read More »

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Q: What is the difference between a “real” flatlock stitch, such as the stitching found on purchased activewear clothing, and the flatlock I can make on my home serger using […] The post Q&A: Real vs. Mock Flatlock appeared first on Threads.

Faking a flatlock can get addictive. The first time you try it you will wonder how on earth it will look any good and then all the stitches slide into place! It seems like a little magic trick! Faux flatlocks can be used in many applications -stretch, wovens, joint seams and hemming. It's perfect for when you need a super stretchy seam. We also really love it used unconventionally on sheer silks and chunky wools.Find below instructions for joining seams, joining really strong seams and…

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