Volleyball uniforms experience extreme dynamic stress when jumping, falling and hitting the ball. The seams of the set must be ultra-strong, flat and elastic so as not to burst under maximum tension of the fabric. In this instruction we will analyze the technology of sewing a volleyball jersey and shorts using a modern 4-thread overlocker.
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Choice of sports fabric: micropolyester and supplex
For volleyball T-shirts, breathable polyester (Coolmax / ClimaLite) with a density of 135–150 g/m² is used, and for shorts - dense supplex or false mesh, resistant to abrasion on the parquet.
Setting up a 4-thread overlocker and textured threads
The overlock loopers are threaded with soft textured microfilament threads (thickness 150D/1), which ensures silky smoothness of the seam from the inside and stretchability of the stitch up to 150%.
Processing armholes and necklines with elastic binding
The armholes and neckline are edged with elastic binding from the main fabric using a cover stitching machine or overlocker with even tension on the binding at the turns.
Assembly of sports shorts with reinforced gusset
Sewing an anatomical diamond-shaped gusset into the crotch seam of the shorts eliminates tearing of the fabric during splits and low protective stances of a volleyball player.
Advice from a sportswear technologist
Use titanium coated Super Stretch needles #70-75. This eliminates stitch skipping at high sewing speeds. And you can download professional patterns in the catalog ready-made patterns Vykroyka.com.ua.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What seam should I use to hem the bottom of a volleyball jersey?
The bottom is hemmed with a 2-needle or 3-needle flat cover stitch with a stitch width of 4–6 mm.
How to apply team numbers and surnames?
The numbers are applied using thermal transfer flexible flex films or by direct sublimation before cutting.
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