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SECTION 3. LEARNTHE STITCHES
Lace Work
Set the Machine
Stitch
Selector release
I
Stitch selector
Stitch length
control 1
NOTE: Be sure to slide back the
selector release to the "SEW"
position.
Shell Stitching
Here's How
Set the Machine
1. For best effect:
Stitch
-- set the stitch length as you
desire.
- you may need to tighten the
top thread tension slightly.
Selector release
-- allow the needle to just
__._ clear the folded edge of the
!
Stitch length fabric when it zigzags.
Stitch selector control 1to 2
2. If you sew rows of shell stitches,
space the rows 1/2" apart.
_. You Shell Stitch on knits or
can sew
soft silky wovens in any direction.
Top thread tension Zigzag foot Top thread tension Zigzag foot
control 1 to 4 control 3 to 9 The Stitch and Its Uses
._ _ __ _ The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a
Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch blind hem over folded fabric. Several
_ to blouses and lingerie. TablelinenSandpillows become more elegant _ _ tucks.r°wsof shell stitching are called shetl
when trimmed with lace. i
Shell stitching can be used to finish
Turn raw edge of fabric under at least hems, sleeve and neck openings.
I/2". Place lace underneath and top- Shell tucking can be used to create
stitch using stretch blind hem stitch, scalloped tucks on blouses and
Trim excess fabric close to stitching, lingerie.
NOTE: Be sure to slide back the
selector release to the "SEW'"
position.
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