Overlock stitch
An edge-finishing stitch that prevents fabric edges from fraying.
Where it is used
Overlocking Edges
p. 5- Serge/Overlock the raw edges of the armhole and neckline, and the edge of the front opening (placket/facing). You can insert silicone tape into the overlock stitching, which can be basted or stitched on the machine with a temporary stitch beforehand. Alternatively, you can use a special overlocker foot.

Overlocking Collar Neckline
p. 7- If the result is satisfactory, turn the collar back to the wrong side and stitch the collar with the overlocker.

Attaching Decorative Strips
p. 6- Pin the strip to the center front with right sides facing, then finish the seam using an overlock stitch.

Cuffs and waistbands
p. 12- Secure the cuff in place with pins, then sew an overlock stitch BETWEEN the lines used to tighten the sleeve. Stitch along the cuff side.

Related terms
← requiresWaistband assembly
requiresSerger
← requiresSleeve assembly
← requiresSide seam assembly
← requiresNeckline binding
← requiresCuff assembly
requiresSerger
requiresSerger
requiresSerger
requiresOverlock machine