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SEWING THE STITCHES
126
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 (see page 79).
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.
Memo
• For details on each stitch, refer to the
“STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of
this manual.
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 pattern’s instructions
and then use this stitch to make a decorative
finish on the collar or neckline.