Kenmore 14401 Sewing Machine User Manual


 
6. LEARNING TO SEW BUTTONHOLES
With your Kenmore sewing machine you
have two methods of making buttonholes.
You may use the built-in system or you may
use the snap-in automatic buttonhole attach-
ment system.
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Choose the buttonhole style
. Built-in or manual buttonholes (rectan-
gular) Choose this style for waistband,
cuffs, belt slots or where you will need
only one or two buttons.
2. Round end buttonholes (Template
No. 45195, 45196)
Choose this style for series of buttonholes
on dresses, blouses, vests, jackets or
coats.
3. Keyhole buttonholes (Template No. 45197)
Choose this style for tailored vests,
jackets, coats or any time you need more
room for button shank.
Tips on buttonholing
Always make a practice buttonhole on a
scrap of fabric you plan to use. Try the
buttonhole with the button you will use.
Always use an interfacing in area of
garment where buttonholes are placed.
Tissue paper or regular interfacing can
be used. Tear paper away after stitch-
ing, if it is used.
For heavier weight fabrics, loosen your
top thread tension slightly.
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