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Rick-Rack Stretch Smocking Stretch
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RECOMMENDATION
1. It is recommended you use the Q set for
sewing knit and woven synthetic fabrics.
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2. It may be necessary to use an interfacing
or backing when Sewing very soft and
thin knits or woveni synthetic fabrics.
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STRETCH STITCHES
SIretch stitches, as their names imply, are
mainly for use on stretch and knit fabrics
s_ch as stretch nylon, stretch towelling,
j_rsey and cotton jersey; and for sewing
together knitted garments. Stretch stitches
are also often used on non-stretch fabrics.
ADJUSTING STRETCH STITCH
BALANCE
Stitch modifier should be in neutral (notched)
i_osition for most materials. Depending upon
tile type of fabric used, you may need to
adjust this control to match forward stitches
O[ stretch sewing with reverse motion
stitches. If the stitches are too open, turn the
control slightly clockwise; if the stitches
overlap, turn the control counter-clockwise.
STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH
ETTINGS
_titch Selector-
_titch Length-
Stitch Width -
S
S
V
V
Yellow Zone
Any number (not necessary
to adjust)
3u may use either a zig zag or straight stitch
,ot BUT-- for best control of fabric, best
oking straight stitches and best feeding of
bric use Straight Stitch Foot and Straight
Iitch Needle Plate.
;e this stretch stitch with knit or synthetic
bric. Sew as you do with regular straight
itch.
iis is also a good stitch to use on curved
ams regardless of the type of fabric. Any
am that will receive a great deal of strain
_en worn should be sewn with the stretch
tch. Use in children's shorts and slacks as
.=11as adult sports clothes.
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