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GATHERING
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To gather and attach gathered fabric in one
step
Look closely at the gathering foot to see a
slot on the bottom.
When using the slot, you can gather the
bottom layer of the fabric while attaching it
to a flat top layer, such as the waistband on
a dress bodice.
1. Remove the presser foot holder and
attach gathering foot.
2. Place the fabric to be gathered with right
side up under the foot.
3. Place top layer of the fabric right side
down in the slot.
4. Guide the two layers as illustrated.
- Sew slow to medium speed for better
fabric control.
Note:
- When testing machine for adjustments to
achieve desired fullness, work with 10"
increments of the fabric, trims or elastic. This
makes it easier to determine the
adjustments and how much change is
needed for your project. Always test on your
project fabric and on the same grainline as
will be used in your finished project.
Using the crossgrain of the fabric will make
prettier gathers than the straight of grain.
Gathered fabric
Remove the presser foot holder and attach
the gathering foot, lowering the tension
setting to below 2.
Suitable for light to medium weight
fabrics.
Place fabric to be gathered under presser
foot to the right of the presser foot. Sew a
row of stitching, keeping the raw edge of
fabric aligned with the right edge of foot.
The stitches automatically cause the fabric to
gather.