Sears 385. 12712, 385. 12714, 385. 12710, 385. 12708 owner manual Zigzag Stitches, Seam Finishing

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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

Zigzag Stitches (Continued)

Three-Step Zigzag

Set the Machine

Stitch

Stitch selector

Top thread	tension	Stitch	length
control 1 to	4	control	0.5 to 1

Seam Finishing

Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the edge will be slightly inside the right hand side of the presserfoot,

Zigzag foot

Guide the work so the right hand stitches fall at the edge of the fabric.

Lace Work

Set the Machine

Stitch

Stitch selector

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Top threBd	tension	Stitch	length
control 1 to	4	control	1

Zigzag foot

Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch

to blouses and lingerie. Table linens

The Stitch and Its Uses

The three-step zigzag is a combination zigzag and straight stitch, You may use the three-step zigzag everywhere you would use the basic zigzag stitch. It has more strength, elasticity, and is flatter than a regular zigzag.

The three-step zigzag stitch is especial- ly useful for:

--mending

-sewing patches smoothly and securely.

--repairing straight tears.

-finishing seams.

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Mending

Position the tear under the needle so

that the stitching will catch both sides.

and pillows become more elegant when trimmed with lace.

Turn raw edge of fabric under at least

1/2". Place lace underneath and top- stitch using stretch blind hem stitch.

Trim excess fabric close to stitching.

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Contents

SFA/RS Kenmore Sewing Machine Sears Canada INCTable Ofcontents Locate and Identify the Parts Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableFull line of sewing cabinets is available at your WhereIdentify the Accessories Light/power switch is turned on. If you are Machine, be sure the power switch isFoot Control Use Sure slightryAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter Accessory Storage Box Change the Presser Foot Set Up Machine Free-Arm Sewing the RemovableExtension Table Choose the Needle and Thread To Change the NeedleOrange Stretch fabricsPrepare the Bobbin To Removethe BobbinCasefrom the Machine Wind the Bobbin Prepare the Top Thread Thread the Needle ILuLfTo 6 inches of thread clear Top thread Back Presser foot, leavingBest tension will depend on Adjust the Top Thread TensionTop tension Too Tight Too Loose Just Right Reverse Stitch ControlStitchSelector Stitch SelectorModel Stitch Length Control Adjusting Stretch Stitch BalanceI12--3 StitchesStardng To Sew Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric Straight StitchesStraight Stitch Set the Machine Stitch selectorHeresHow Put the right sides of the fabric to Straight Stitches Sew in a Zipper Fabric PreparationSide PiercesLearnthe Stitches With Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlatePresser foot Stretch Zigzag Stitches Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension Satin StitchTop thread tension Stitch Applique Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selectorSewa Button Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Learn the STI,TCHESOvercasting Stitch Zigzag Stitches Pillows become more elegant when trimmed with laceSeam Finishing Three-step zigzag stitch is especial- ly useful forBlind Hemming Weight Fabric1/4Zigzag foot Shell Stitching Models 12712Straight Stretch Stretch StitchesRick-Rack Stretch PositionRaveling Needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitches Stretch StitchesElastic Stretch Stitch Model 12714 only Serglng or Pine Leaf Stretch StitchinFor more density, turn the dial ButtonholesFor less density, turn the dial toward Stop sewing at the left stitchAt r m Bl--r-lCut the hole OpenerSizes or kinds of thread Incorrect ThreadBent or blunt needle Fabric very sheer or very softPerformance Problems Chart Use a lint brush to clean the feed Replacing Light Bulb Cleaning the MachineUnplug Needle plateOver-oil Snap the levers back into the original position AssemblyShuttle and shuttle race. Do not Remove bottom cover. Oil points in illustration Oiling the MachineLeft side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back 131415 Parts ListStorage box Problems chartArm cover plate 9I090-DAY This warranty gives youFor 25 years from Date Sears Canada INC., TORONTO, ONT M5B 2B8