30
3
i
Position the fabric so that the needle slightly
catches the fold of the hem, and then lower
the presser foot lever.
For invisible stitching, make sure that both
threads are the same color as the fabric.
aNeedle
bNeedle drop point
cFold of hem
dWrong side of fabric
j
Sew along the fold of the hem.
k
Remove the basting stitching and turn the
fabric right side up.
Darning
Reinforce points that will be subject to strain.
a
Place the darning plate on the needle plate as
shown below, and then remove both the
presser foot and presser foot holder assembly.
b
Select the desired length for straight stitch
(6-10).
c
Place the fabric to be darned under the
presser foot together with a fabric underlay
for reinforcement.
d
Start sewing while gently moving the fabric
with your hands, alternately drawing the
fabric away and pulling it toward you.
e
Stop sewing when the portion to be darned is
filled with parallel stitching.
a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric
Number on dial Stitch name Application
Straight stitch
(Center needle
position)
Attaching
zippers, basic
stitching, and
sewing gathers
or darning, etc.
678910