Processes
Binding

Singer Sewing

A visible, stitched spine, elegant, colourful and timeless

Singer sewn binding uses a single line of external thread stitching along the spine fold. It’s distinctive, beautifully tactile and perfect for slim, design-led publications.

Singer Sewing Services

Why Singer Sewing matters

  • Visible coloured stitching – A decorative design feature.
  • Strong and elegant – More durable than staples.
  • Premium finish – Ideal for high-end small publications.
  • Perfect for short run books – Clean, crafted and memorable.

Creative Singer Sewing

  • Wide range of thread colours.
  • Single-line or double-line external stitching.
  • Works with self-cover or heavier cover stocks.
  • Square-backing option for a more refined profile.

What this unlocks for your project

  • Premium brochures and lookbooks.
  • Art and fashion zines.
  • Invitations and event programmes.
  • High-end small publications with colour-matched stitching.

Tech specs at a glance

  • Best for 8–40 pages depending on stock.
  • Works with coated or uncoated papers.
  • Stitching visible both inside and out.

Design tips

  • Use thread as part of the colour palette.
  • Avoid heavy ink coverage exactly on the stitch line.
  • Consider contrasting thread for impact.

Singer Sewing FAQ's

Essential tips and guidance to ensure your next project runs seamlessly.

Is Saddle Stitching strong?
Very, stronger than metal staples for slim books.
Can it lie flat?
More so than standard stitching, but not fully lay-flat.
Is Singer the same as saddle stitch?
No, it replaces metal staples with visible thread stitching.
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