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Multi-stitch zig-zag
Sewing on lace and elastic, darning,
mending,
reinforcing
edges.
Set the stitch pattern dial to " ii: ".
Set machine as illustrated on left.
Place patch in position. The stitch length can be shortened
to produce very close stitches. (1)
When
mending
tears,
it is advisable
to use a piece of
backing fabric to reinforce. The stitch density can be varied
by adjusting the stitch length. First sew over the center and
then overlap on both sides. Depending
on the type of fabric
and damage, sew between 3 and 5 rows. (2)
Bar tack
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Set the stitch pattern dial to " _ "or ....
Set the stitch length dial to "1"-"1.5".
This function
is used
to secure
the tops of kick pleats,
as
well
as pocket
openings.
First
use a straight
stitch
across
the
top
of
the
pocket
or
pleat.
This
seam
should
be
approximately
1/4
to
1/2
of an
inch
long.
Set
stitch
to
zigzag
and stitch
over
the
straight
stitch
backstitch
at the
beginning
and end of stitch to secure
ends.
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