When to Use Overcasting Stitch?
The Overcasting Stitch Can Be Used to Finish the Edge of Your Fabric Rather Like the Zig-Zag Stitch We Looked at Before, but Often Gives a Much Neater Finish...
The overcasting stitch can be used to finish the edge of your fabric rather like the zig-zag stitch we looked at before, but often gives a much neater finish. My machine came with an overcasting foot as standard and if you don't have one, I highly recommend getting one. You'll find that you will use it a lot.
What is overcasting used for in sewing?
Overcast stitch is a type of stitch used to enclose a raw, or unfinished, seam or edge. The purpose is to prevent unraveling of the fabric.
Is overcasting the same as Overlocking?
Overlocking on your sewing machine
The overedge foot is also known as an overcast foot, or an overlocking foot. Essentially it allows thread to wrap around the edge of the fabric to prevent unraveling.
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