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WELT SEAM [1 record]

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Record 1 2017-11-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewing Techniques and Stitching
  • Trimming and Embroidery
  • Hosiery and Apparel Industry (Textiles)
  • Special-Language Phraseology
CONT

A welt seam has a similar appearance to a flat-fell seam but is less bulky, so it is suitable for heavier or thicker fabrics.

CONT

At first glance, welt seams look like topstitched seams but when examined closely, welts are thicker between the seamline and topstitched row and form a definite ridge.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques d'exécution et points de couture
  • Passementerie et broderie
  • Habillement et bonneterie (Textiles)
  • Phraséologie des langues de spécialité

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