Sears 385. 12714, 385. 12712, 385. 12710, 385. 12708 owner manual Overcasting Stitch

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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

•Overcasting Stitch

Set the Machine

Stitch

Stitch selector

lop thread	tension	Stitch	length
control 1 to	4	control	1 to 2

Zigzag foot

The Stitch and Its Uses

This zigzag variation is very useful in garment construction and in finishing raw edges of any sewing project.

Helpful Hints

Start overcasting about 1/8" inside the raw corner of your seam. If you start right at the edge, the fabric will bunch up and the stitches will become tangled.

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Contents

SFA/RS Sears Canada INC Kenmore Sewing MachineTable Ofcontents Portable Case or Cabinet is Available Locate and Identify the PartsFull line of sewing cabinets is available at your WhereIdentify the Accessories Machine, be sure the power switch is Light/power switch is turned on. If you areFoot Control Use Sure slightryAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter Set Up Machine Free-Arm Sewing the Removable Accessory Storage Box Change the Presser FootExtension Table Choose the Needle and Thread To Change the NeedleStretch fabrics OrangePrepare the Bobbin To Removethe BobbinCasefrom the Machine Wind the Bobbin ILuLf Prepare the Top Thread Thread the NeedleTop thread Back Presser foot, leaving To 6 inches of thread clearAdjust the Top Thread Tension Best tension will depend onReverse Stitch Control Top tension Too Tight Too Loose Just RightModel Stitch SelectorStitchSelector Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance Stitch Length ControlI12--3 StitchesStardng To Sew Straight Stitches Raise the presser foot and remove the fabricStraight Stitch Set the Machine Stitch selectorHeresHow Straight Stitches Sew in a Zipper Fabric Preparation Put the right sides of the fabric toSide PiercesLearnthe Stitches Presser foot Stretch Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlateWith Zigzag Stitches Satin Stitch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tensionApplique Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension StitchLearn the STI,TCHES Sewa Button Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selectorOvercasting Stitch Pillows become more elegant when trimmed with lace Zigzag StitchesSeam Finishing Three-step zigzag stitch is especial- ly useful forWeight Fabric1/4 Blind HemmingShell Stitching Models 12712 Zigzag footStretch Stitches Straight StretchRick-Rack Stretch PositionStretch Stitches Raveling Needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitchesSerglng or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchin Elastic Stretch Stitch Model 12714 onlyButtonholes For more density, turn the dialFor less density, turn the dial toward Stop sewing at the left stitchBl--r-l At r mCut the hole OpenerIncorrect Thread Sizes or kinds of threadBent or blunt needle Fabric very sheer or very softPerformance Problems Chart Replacing Light Bulb Cleaning the Machine Use a lint brush to clean the feedUnplug Needle plateShuttle and shuttle race. Do not AssemblyOver-oil Snap the levers back into the original position Left side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back Oiling the MachineRemove bottom cover. Oil points in illustration Parts List 131415Problems chart Storage boxArm cover plate 9I0For 25 years from Date This warranty gives you90-DAY Sears Canada INC., TORONTO, ONT M5B 2B8