Sears 385 Sewing Machine User Manual


 
Buttonhole Making
Learning to Sew Buttonholes
With your Kenmore sewing machine you have two methods of making
buttonholes. You may use the built-in system or you may use the
snap-in automatic buttonhole attachment system. ;
Choose the buttonhole style
1. Built-in bottonholes (rectangular).
Choose this style for waistband, cuffs, belt slots or where you will
need only one or two buttons.
2. Round end buttonholes (Template No. 213504005, 213505006).
Choose this style for series of buttonholes on dresses, blouses,
vests, jackets or coats.
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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Tips on buttonholing
Always make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of fabric you plan to
use. Try the buttonhole with the button you will use.
Always use an interfacing in area of garment where buttonholes are
placed.
Tissue paper or regular interfacing can be used. Tear paper away after
stitching, if it is used..
For heavier weight fabrics, loosen your top thread tension slightly.
3.
Keyhole buttonholes (Template No. 213506007).
Choose this style for tailored vests, jackets, coats or any time you
need more room for button shank.
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