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Topstitch around the zipper.
Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper
opening and align the zipper teeth with the side
of the presser foot.
a Right side of fabric
b End of zipper opening
c Reverse stitches
d Beginning of stitching
e Basting stitching
CAUTION
When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the
end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine
with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and
then raise the presser foot lever.
Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper,
and then continue sewing.
● When sewing, be sure that the needle
does not touch the zipper, otherwise the
needle may bend or break.
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