SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Fagoting Stitch
Herring Bone Stretch
Set the Machine
Stitch width
_l control5
TOp thread tension
control _ !,_ Stitch length
\, control (lS t_ 2
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A: Zigzag foot
Stretch Stitch
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use this stitch to join two pieces of
fabric to create at1 open work
appearance and add design interest.
Here's How
1. Fold under each fabric edge 5/8"
and press.
2. Pin the two edges to paper or
tear away backing 1/8" apart.
3.. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric
so the needle catches the folded
edge on each side.
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Set the Machine
Stitch width
control 3 to 5
I 2 3 4
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Top thread tension
control 2 to 6 Stitch length
_ contro_ yelh_w
stretch stitch
pusi tiorl
2
_ Stretch Stitch
A: Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use as hemming stitch for blankets,
tablecloth and draperies.
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Here's How
Place the fabric top side up, and sew
3/8" from the edge.
Trim close to stitching. The stitchwill
prevent raveling.
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