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SEWING THE STITCHES
Utility Stitches
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Shelltuck Stitches
Shelltuck stitches give an attractive appearance of
shells along the curve of a collar. This stitch
pattern can be used for edging the neckline or
sleeves of dresses and blouses.
a
Select .
b
Increase the upper thread tension for an
attractive scallop finish to the shelltuck
stitches (page 87).
c
To make rows of shell tuck stitches, fold the
fabric in half along the bias.
d
Attach presser foot “J”. Set the needle drop
point slightly off the edge of the fabric, and
start sewing.
a Needle drop position
e
Unfold the fabric, and iron the tucks to one
side.
Scallop Stitches
This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop
stitch. Use this stitch to decorate the edges of
blouse collars and handkerchiefs or use it as a hem
accent.
a
Select .
Memo
• For details on each stitch, refer to “STITCH
SETTING CHART” on page 221.
Memo
• If the upper thread tension is too weak, the
shelltuck stitches will not scallop.
Memo
•Use a thin fabric.
Memo
• To make shell tucks at the edge of a collar
or neckline, follow the stitch pattern’s
instructions and then use this stitch to make
a decorative finish on the collar or neckline.
Memo
• A temporary spray adhesive may be
necessary for lightweight fabrics. Test sew
the fabric before sewing a project.
Memo
• For details on each stitch, refer to “STITCH
SETTING CHART” on page 221.
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