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What is “Serging”

Last updated 30-May-2024 (2 years, 3 months, 30 days ago)
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Serging is a sewing term, the binding off of an edge of cloth.
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Serging


A method of finishing the edges of area rugs by use of heavy, colored yarn sewn around the edges in a close, overcast stitch.
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Serging


An overcasting technique done on the cut edge of a fabric to prevent raveling.

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