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Couture Sewing

Here you will find sewing tips on various binding applications and Basic Machine Stitches.  

Getting to know essential machine stitches helps you make the right decisions when it comes to sewing your garment.  
We have also demonstrated easy ways of unpicking those confusing, overlapping stitches made by the overlocker and coverseam machines. No need to sit for hours to unpick; with simple instructions of pulling the right threads, your work can be un-stitched within seconds! 


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Different binding applications

Nazneen's personal favorite is binding. Binding is a delicate finishing method. It provides a dainty border for the necklines, armholes and other detailed features of the garment. It can be applied to finish the garment off from outside and inside.  
We have demonstrated some of the key binding applications used in our work.


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Basic Machine Stitches

Here you will find basic machine stitches used to sew two pieces of fabric together. These are some of the many stitches used in the industry to make the finished garment look exquisite.
Find out more on overlocking, cover seam, french seam, flat fell seam, piping (include general rules for piping on curves, using fringing as piping


Hours

We see clients by appointment only

​Monday to Friday:  9am - 8pm
Saturday to Sunday: 11am - 4pm
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Contact

Phone: 0212521307
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Email: nazneen@alterme.co.nz ​
  • Home
  • Our Services
    • Bridal Dressmaking
    • Bridal Alterations
    • General Dressmaking
    • General Clothing Alterations
  • Our Designer
  • Our Brides
  • Blog
  • Gallery
    • Bridal Wear
    • Ball & Evening Dresses
  • Reviews
  • Contact