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Blindstitch
An industrial blind stitch machine (or blind hemmer) is a specialized sewing machine designed to create nearly invisible hems on garments and textiles.
How It Works
• Curved Needle: Instead of a standard straight needle, it uses a curved needle (commonly size LWx6T) that moves in a partial arc. As the fabric passes through, the needle only catches a microscopic bite (1 to 2 mm) of the outer folded layer of fabric.
• Single-Thread Chainstitch (Class 103): Most industrial blind stitch machines run on a single top thread using a looper instead of a traditional bobbin and bobbin case.
• Skip-Stitch Selector: Features a lever or dial to switch between a 1:1 non-skip stitch (every stitch catches the hem, ideal for heavy cottons, wool, and linens) and a 2:1 skip stitch (every other stitch catches, mimicking hand-stitching and recommended for lighter synthetics, skirts, and dresses).
• Depth & Ridge Controls:
• The stitch depth penetration dial controls how deep the curved needle bites into the fold (adjusted for thick vs. thin fabrics).
• The ridge-forming / presser plate regulator adjusts the ridge that pushes the fabric up into the path of the needle.
• Knee Lifter (Feed Plate Lower-er): Operated by a knee or thigh bar, it drops the feed plate downward to easily insert or remove bulky garments without messing up the alignment.
Common Applications
• Garments: Hems on trousers, slacks, skirts, dresses, suit jacket cuffs, and blouses.
• Home Furnishings: Invisible hemming on draperies, curtains, and fine linens.
• Weights: Handles everything from delicate silks and sheers to medium-weight woolens and synthetics (though they are generally not built for heavy-duty denim or thick leather).
* Custom Folders, Binders, Guides and Clamp Sets for the Sewn Products Industry.
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Blindstitch
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Blindstitch