garment construction

Nahttypen: Understanding the Different Types of Seams in Sewing

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What Are Seams? Let’s begin with the fundamentals. A seam is the point at which the two fabrics are stitched to each other. If you’re making a simple dress or a frock they are the core of your design. They are the glue that holds everything together. Importance of Understanding Seam Types Selecting the best seam isn’t just … Read more

Mastering Nahttypen: Seam Types for Fashion & Performance

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Introduction: Why Seam Types (Nahttypen) Are More Than Just Stitches If you’re committed to fashion design, sewing as well as textile design, Nahttypen–German for “seam types”–is more than just a technical term. It’s the basis of all things from handmade silk dress to seams that make up structural seams in high-performance sportswear as well as medical PPE. … Read more