Sears 385. 12712 Sewing Machine User Manual


 
SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Applique
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 1 to 4 control 0.5 to 1
Satin stitch foot
J
Baste (or fuse with iron-on fabric
joiner) applique pieces on the fabric.
Stitch around the applique making
sure the needle falls along the outer
edge of the applique.
When sewing corners, lower the needle
down into the fabric. Raise the presser
foot and pivot the fabric to the right
or left.
Bar Tacking
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 1 to 4 control 0.5 to 1
Zigzag foot
r , i
i
This stitch is similar to a very short
satin stitch and is used to reinforce
points of strain such as corners or
pockets and straps on ringerle.
Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches.
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