Stitch Type

Stitch: Designation

Textile Stitch Types / Classification There are 70 types of stitches. Among them 18-20 types of stitches are widely used in the garment industry. These stitches are divided into 6 classes.

1. Class-100 Single Needle Chainstitch 2. Class-200 Hand Stitch 3. Class-300 Lockstitch 4. Class-400 Multi-Thread Chainstitch 5. Class-500 Overedge Stitch 6. Class-600 Covering Chainstitch

Stitch Quality Stitch quality is measured by:

Stitch Size - Length, width and depth Tension - Too much causes puckering Sequence - Consistent stitching and seam formation Elasticity - Elongation and recovery (return of seam to its original length) Strength - Resistance to pulling force and abrasion Thread Severance - Using the correct thread and needle according to fabric sewn

Stitch Classes Stitch classes are designated and identified by the first digit of a “3 digit numeral system”. The type of stitch within each class is designated and identified by the 2 nd and 3 rd digits.