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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Smocking
Set the Machine
Stitch
Selector release
Stitch length control
brown stretch stitch
Stitch selector position
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Top thread tension Zigzag foot
control 1 to 4
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Overcast Stretch Stitching
Set the Machine
Stitch
Selector release
stit le.gth
control brown
NOTE: Be sure to slide back the
selector release to the "SEW"
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
stretch stitch
position
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Zigzag foot
Here's How
Place the raw edge of the fabric to
the LEFT of the needle as shown.
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
With the stitch length at "4", sew
just short of the outside edge.
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
after.
Raw or worn edges of older garments
3osition.
straight stitching lines 3/8" apart
across the area to be smocked,
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull
the bobbin threads and distribute the
gathers evenly. Secure the threads at
the other end. Sew the decorative
stitch between the gathering stitches.
Pu II out the gathering stitches.
NOTE: Loosen the top thread
tension to make gathering
easier.
NOTE: Be sure to slide back the
selector release to the "SEW"
position.
The Stitch and Its Uses
This stitch can be used for sewing a
seamwith an overcast finish.
The seam is formed and finished in
one operation. It can be used when
you are making swimwear, ski pants
and other garments that require
stretch.
can be overcast to prevent further
raveling.
NOTE: Use a blue stretch fabric
needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
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