Sears 1355 Sewing Machine User Manual


 
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WHERE TO USE WHICH STRETCH STITCH: A CHECK-CHART
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stretchy suggestions...
constructed knits sometimes catch
toes of presser foot. To remedy this,
short strip of transparent tape around
foot encasing both toes.
avoid tangled threads when working with
tits, start seams carefully. Position fabric
before lowering presser
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It is always a good idea to test thread tension
and stitches on a scrap of the fabric being
used.
Knits contain more yarn than woven fabrics,
so you will need to take greater care to keep
your machine clean specially in feed dog and
bobbin case area.
STRAIGHT STRETCH
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RICK-RACK STRETCH
SMOCKING STRETCH
ELASTIC STRETCH
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OVERCAST STRETCH
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SERGING OR PINE LEAF
PLAIN ZIGZAG
Specially for Stretch
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Use on stretch and knit fabrics and to repair ready made
garments at stress points. Basic stitch for atl garment
seams requiring "give" (i. e. armholes, crotch area, etc.},
Use also to sew center seam of men's neck ties and seams
cut on the bias.
A basic multi-purposestretch stitch with 'same usage as
zigzag stitch, especially for lightweight stretch fabrics.
A decorative stitch for use on Children's Ciothing, lingerie,
yokes of blouses, dress bodice.
Use to apply etastic io top 0f iingerie or-to repair ready-
made lingerie and replace or restitch elastic.
Use on sportswear where _" seams are required. Makes
and finishes seams at same time.
Use for overcasting fabrics that ravel or fray easily.., and
for seams that need a great deal of stretch (i.e.
swimwear, other sportswear, girdles). Also good-iookingl
SHELL STITCH
"Everyday" Stitches with Stretch Applications
Use for all-purpose stretch sewing, seam finishing, edge
finishing, or attaching stretch laces.
A good finishing stitch for nylon tricot lingerie.
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