overlocker
Seam trimming machine
An overlocker is a sewing machine that trims fabric edges while encasing them in thread, creating the stretchy, finished seams found on most commercial garments.
Also called a serger, particularly in American English.
Unlike standard sewing machines, overlockers use multiple threads—typically three or four—working simultaneously: The overlocker gives my hems a professional finish.
Wrapping thread over edges
- hemmingSewing a fabric edge
- seamingJoining by stitching
- flatlockLow-profile fabric joining
- gatheringCollection of people meeting
piping · binding · edging · finishing · chain stitch
Caterpillars with arching gait
- differential feedVaried fabric feeding rates
- tensionStretched or strained state
- needlesSlender pointed instruments
- threadingPassing strand through opening
Interlocks yarn loops
- jerseyKnitted pullover garment
- stretchPull to extend
- spandexElastic synthetic fiber
- lycraElastic synthetic fiber
interlock · ribbing · elasticity · wovens · fleece · swimwear · activewear · t-shirt
Facility producing woven goods
- factoryIndustrial production facility
- manufacturingIndustrial product creation
- productionMaking or generating something
- mass productionLarge-scale standardized fabrication
assembly line · machinery · automation · heavy-duty · workforce · operator · efficiency · mechanization
overcasting
Wrapping thread over edges
gathering · piping · binding · edging · finishing · chain stitch
loopers
Caterpillars with arching gait
- differential feedVaried fabric feeding rates
- tensionStretched or strained state
- needlesSlender pointed instruments
knits
Interlocks yarn loops
lycra · interlock · ribbing · elasticity · wovens · fleece · swimwear · activewear · t-shirt · leggings
textile mill
Facility producing woven goods
- factoryIndustrial production facility
- manufacturingIndustrial product creation
- productionMaking or generating something
mass production · assembly line · machinery · automation · heavy-duty · workforce · operator · efficiency · mechanization · conveyor
seams
Joined fabric edges
waistband · cuffs · sleeves · bodice · gusset · inseam · side seam · shoulder seam · facing · construction
- sewing suppliesneedle, needles, thread, pins, scissors
- shop equipmenttable saw, band saw, drill press, lathe, jointer
- textile millstextile mill, cotton mills, cotton mill, textile mills, loom
- textile machineryloom, spinning wheel, knitting machine, power loom, carder