Multiple Zigzag Stitch
_1_Stitch selector: 4
(_ Stitch length: 0.5 to 1
_) Needle thread tension: 1 to 4
_) Presser foot: Zigzag foot
This is used to finish seam allowance on synthetics and
other fabrics that tend to pucker. The stitch is also excellent
for darning and mending tears.
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• Seam finishing
Place fabric under the presser foot in such a manner that
the edge is slightly inside the right-hand side of the
presser foot. Guide the fabric so that the right hand
stitches fall at the edge of the fabric.
• Mending
Position tear under the needle so that the stitch catches
both sides.
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Shell Stitch
(_ Stitch selector: 7
(_ Stitch length: 1 to 2
(_ Needle thread tension: 3 to 9
(_ Presser foot: Satin stitch foot
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Use a lightweight fabric such as tricot. Fold the fabric and
stitch on the bias. You may need to increase the needle
thread tension slightly. Allow the needle to just ctear the
folded edge of the fabric at zigzag stitches.
If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows at least
5/8" (1.5 cm) apart. You can also sew shell stitches on knits
or soft silky woven fabrics in any direction.
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