Whipstitch represents a sewing technique which involves making small up and down stitches with the purpose of securely join
two fabric pieces together. This technique adds strength and stops
the material from fraying. The whipstitch is used for a variety of stitching projects, such as sewing the hem, stitching patches, or even making coverlets. It gives a clean and skilled look for the final piece.
Whip stitch Wikipedia
