noun
- decorative or reinforcing stitching visible on the outside surface of a garment or fabric item
Usage: sewing
Examples
- The jeans featured contrasting topstitching along the seams.
- She added gold topstitching to the leather jacket for a designer look.
- The topstitching on the pockets helps reinforce the stress points.
- Professional topstitching requires a steady hand and even tension.
- The dress pattern called for topstitching around the collar and cuffs.
- Heavy-duty topstitching thread is recommended for denim projects.