Smocking
(_ Stitch selector:
Stitch width:
Stitch length:
Needle thread tension:
(_ Presser foot A:
(_ Presser foot F:
4
3 to 6.5
S.S. (stretch stitch position)
2to6
Zigzag foot
Satin stitch foot
NOTE: Loosen the needle thread tension to make
gathering easier.
• Tosew
Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric
Knotted edge
Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on
children's clothes or women's blouses.
Choose a soft and lightweight fabric such as batiste,
gingham or challis. Cut the fabric three times wider than
the projected width. Set stitch length at "4" and sew rows
of straight stitches 3/8'° (1.0 cm) apart across the area to
be smocked.
Knot the threads along one edge _. From the other
edge, pull the bobbin threads (bottom threads) to
distribute the gathers evenly and secure the threads.
Sew the smocking stitches between the gathered rows.
Remove the straight stitches by pulling them out.
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Herring
Bone
Stretch
(_ Stitch selector:
Stitch width:
Stitch length:
Needle thread tension:
Presser foot A:
2
3 to 6.5
S.S. (stretch stitch position)
2to6
Zigzag foot
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LENGTH
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Use as a hemming stitch for blankets, tablecloths and
draperies.
Place the fabric right side up, and sew so that the dghtmost
needle position is 3/8 °' (1.0 cm) from the edge. Then trim
close to stitching. Be careful not to cut the stitches.
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