SECTION & LEARN THE STITCHES
Reinforcmg Stitches [_, [], [] and [] (Contmued)
o Elastic Casmg Stitch []
Set the _,_ach_n_
(_ Thread le_ion
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The Stitch and Its Use_
Use this stitch toreplace bias tape casings
in such areas as wr_sts and Waists. jn
children's clothing, thi_ sUtch _sespeetaIly
helpful, because st reduces bulk.
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Here's How
l, Slide a piece 0_' 1/8" elasue
under the tool then up
through the slot m Foot F
(saI_nstitch}.
2. Sew the elastic On the bottom
side of the tabneo pulling _t
!]ently to _void se',',_ngthrough
the elashc,
3. Pu_l on the elastic to gather [he
fabric and barrack atboth ends.
= ElastlcStretch Stitch []
S=t the Machine
Thread len_lon
31o6
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A; Zi,],ta_3 fool F: Satin stilch
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The Stitch and Its Uses
Choose this stitch to attach elastic to
garments.
Here's How
1. Mark the elasuc _nto quarters
and match these to the center
trent, center beck and side
seams.
2- Place the middle ot the efest_c
under the center ot the presser
tool and stitch into place,
making sure the eia;nc =s
evenIv distributed.
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