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Overcast Stretch Stitching
Top thread tension
controt 2 to 6
Set the Machine
Stitch width
control 3 to 6
s 3
Stitch length
control yellow
stretch stitch
position
2
Stretch Stitch
A: Zi£rzegfoot
The Stitch and Its Uses
This stttch can be used for sewtng a
seam wtth an overcast finish.
The seam ts formed and finished In
one operation. It can be used when
you are making swimwear, ski pants
and other garments that require
stretch.
Here's How
Place the raw edge of the fabric to
the LEFT. of the needle as shown.
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
lust short of the outside edge.
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
after,
Raw or worn edges of older garments
cat_ be overcast to prevent further
raveling,
NOTE: Use a blue stretch fabric
needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
Sargingor Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchin[
Sat the Machine
Stitch width
control 3 to 6
2
1
Top thread tension
contro_ 3 to 6
C: Overed£a foot
c_b
Stitch length
control yellow
stretch st=tch
pos_t_on
Stretch Stitch
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use th_s stttch when you want a
narrow seam that you do not need to
press open flat. It _s ideal for 1/4"
seams on kmts or on medium to
heavywewght woven fabrics where you
want a narrow seam. It _s also great
for making elastic swim wear.
Here's How
Place the fabric under the presser
foot so that the stitches are made
over the edge.
NOTE :
When using stretch kmt
fabric, use a blue stretch
fabric needle whzoh
effectively prevents
skipped stitches.
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