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Glossary

For your convenience, we are putting together a list of commonly used alterations and sewing terms on this page.  Check back in about a week.

 
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Original Hem: Remove manufacter's hem then reattach

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Regular Jean Hem: Cut off and hem using same color thread

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Blindstitch hem-stitching is not visible from outside

Topstitch hem-stitching is visible from outside

Taper pant legs-reduce fullness out of legs

Stride-crotch seam

Satin-thick, stiff fabric

Mushroom hem-outside layer attaced to lining and gathered making outside layer "mushroom"

Bodice-Top of garment to the waist seam

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