Sears 12681 Elastic Stretch Stitch Model 12781 only, Box Stitching Model 12781 only, Position

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Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12781 only)

Set the Machine

Stitch

Stitch selector

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

Box Stitching (Model 12781 only)

Set the Machine

Stitch

Stitch selector

Top thread

tension

Stitch

length

control 1 to

4

control

yellow

 

 

position

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stretch

stitch

 

 

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Zigzag

foot

 

Choose this stitch to attach elastic to garments.

1. Mark the elastic into quarters and match these to the center front, center back and side seams.

Place the middle of the elastic under the center of the presser foot and stitch into place, making sure the fabric is evenly distri- buted.

Top thread tension

Stitch

length

control 1 to 4

control

1

Zigzag foot

Use this stitch to join heavy weight interlining.

Overlap two raw edges together and use this stitch to join them.

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Contents Sewing Machine Kenmore Sewing Machine SEARS, Roebuck and COImportant Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Table of Contents Locate and Identify the Parts Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableFace Cover Plate AutoClutchKnob Identify the AccessoriesChildren Foot Control UseAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter Setting Spool PinSeveral ExtensionTable Section Prepare Your Machine for SewingTtmd Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length ChartGreen For Check Your NeedleWind the Bobbin To Remove the Bobbin Case from the MachineBobbin Pull 3 to Latch Bobbin as shownThread Your Needle Top thread Bring bobbin thread up by pullingLoose OoI!tTop tension Too Tight Too Loose Just Right PrepareyourmachineforsewingStitch Selector Prepare Your Machine for SewingStitch Length Control Reverse Stitch Control Adjusting Stretch Stitch BalanceReleaseto sew forward again Now that you are familiar Kenmore sewing machine StartingTo SewUse the Seam Guides Learn the StitchesTurn a Square Corner Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlate Straight Stretch DarningBe usedo et! f= csand Zigzag Stitches BasicZigzag Heres How Satin StitchBar Tacking Zigzag Stitches AppliqueSew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches To strengthen the shank, cut Sew a ButtonZigzag Stitches Overcasting Stitch Rick-Rack Stretch Section Learn StitchesThis zigzag variation is very useful Place the fabric under the presser HeresHowFoot so that the stitches are made Overcast Stretch Stitching Models 12781, 12681Lace Work Models 12781, 12681 Zigzag StitchesThree-Step Zigzag Stitch and Its Uses12681 Blind Hemming ModelsStjtch That Be*wcon exteRded=edeStitch selector ButtonholesTop thread tension Stitch length contro control 1 to5 Set the stitch selector at b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches Sew in a Zipper Right side of the needle Per, set the zipper footStitch across and below Tom of the zipperSet the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Shell Stitching Models 12781 SmockingTop thread tension Stitch length Control 3 to Control 1to Set the stitch length as you desireBox Stitching Model 12781 only Elastic Stretch Stitch Model 12781 onlyPosition Top thread tension Stitch Length Control 1 toWhat to Do When What to Do When Check bobbin case threading Clean bobbin caseand shuttleSkipping Stitches Breaking Upper Thread Fabric not MovingCare for Your Cleaning the MachineReplacing the Light Bulb MachineOccasional tangled thread. Clean the shuttle race area Clean the Shuttle RaceAbout every three months Oil points in illustration Oiling the MachineRef. No Parts ListShuttle InstructionsExtension IndexZipper application 3031 Memo Memo SEARS, Roebuck and CO., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL Warranty
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