What is the purpose of the secret stitch?

Probably, many have heard such a concept as a "secret seam", but not everyone knows how it is performed and what it is intended for. Even based on the name, we can assume that it is performed in such a way that it is not visible from the front side of the product. It is used in case it is necessary to sew the edges of the fabric with a closed cut.

A secret seam is made from right to left. To do this, several threads of pre-bent fabric are hooked, sticking the needle into the fold. At the same time, the bundle is hidden beforehand. Then, after skipping a few, they again pick up approximately the same number of threads. It is worth noting that the smaller the steps, the more durable is the secret seam and, consequently, the finished product. Provided, of course, that this is relevant for a particular thing.

Also, using this seam, it is possible to join together the various elements superimposed on each other by the faces. It is often called internal in this case. You can also join the wrong sides of various parts and sew them, forming a hem. The scope of such an internal seam is quite extensive. It is often used in the manufacture of various soft toys. With its help you can get a really beautiful and smooth product. The main thing in this case is to pick up the material for making the toy more tightly and perform a secret seam with small steps. Such a product will be strong enough and will be able to maintain its shape for a long time. Also, this type of seam can be used in the event that a thing has spread out along the seam. Performing similar actions, it is possible to eliminate the formed hole on trousers, jeans and any other product.

Quite often a secret seam, manually performed, is used to connect the details of a knitted product. In this case, the edge loops, which belong to two different elements, are joined together by pulling the thread through them and forming a loop on the hook. In doing so, it can be performed not only with the help of a needle, but also using a hook. However, it is very important to ensure the same density along the entire length of the seam, trying not to pull the edges of the sewn elements together. To do this, it is necessary to stretch the thread through the loop on the hook, ensuring a reliable connection of both parts. At the end of the work, the thread must be fixed as tightly as possible. This will ensure the necessary longevity of the knitted product. After all, most often they are broken off exactly on the seam after the first wash. A reliable fixing of the thread will allow this to be avoided.

It is worth noting that this type of seam can be performed not only manually, but also on a sewing machine. Today on sale you can find many models that have different functionality. When deciding to purchase one of them, be sure to review the instructions. There it will be indicated which types of seams on the sewing machine of this model can be performed. Perhaps, it will be necessary to pay attention to another. After all, periodically there is a need to perform a hem by using a secret line. In this case, this function will be very useful.