Smocking
Stretch Patching
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Sgt the Machine
Stitch width
control 3 to 5
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Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch length
control yellow
stretch stitch
positton
4
Stretch Stitch
¢- -.
With the stttch length at "'4", sew
strmght stitching lines 3/8" apart
across the area to be smocked.
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull
the bobbin threads and distribute the
gathers evenly. Secure the threads at
the other end. Sew the decorative
stitch between the gathering stitches.
Pull out the gathenng stitches.
NOTE: Loosen the top thread
tension to make gathenng
easier.
Set the Machine
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
A: Zigzag toot
Stitch width
control 5
Stitch length control
yellow stretch stitch
pOSition
2
Stretch Stitch
The Stitch and Its Uses
For patching worn
knees.
Ii
out elbows or
45