Decorative Stitching 113
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Shell tuck stitching
The gathers that look like shells are called "shell
tucks". They are used to decorate trims, the front of
blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics.
a
Fold the fabric along the bias.
b
Attach zigzag foot "J".
• For details, refer to "Replacing the presser
foot" (page 43).
c
Select stitch
20
, and then increase the
thread tension.
• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page
49) and "Adjusting the thread tension" (page
59).
d
Sew while making sure that the needle drops
slightly off the edge of the fabric.
a Needle drop point
e
Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks
down to one side.
J
a