Singer 1004 instruction manual ZIG-ZAG Stitching, Blind HEM Stitching, Appliqué

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ZIG-ZAG STITCHING

The Zig-Zag stitch can be used for seam finishing, appliqué work or decorative sewing.

Seam Finishing

Seam edges support the garment and should be given a durable finishing, particularly if the fabric is likely to ravel.

There are two different ways to finish seams: Trimming after stitching the seam edge or overedging. Try the techniques on a scrap fabric first to determine which is right for your project.

1.Overedged Seam Finish

Set the machine for Stitch #7 or #8 and attach the Satin Foot. Sew, with the right side of the stitch at the edge of the seam. Trim the seam edges evenly.

2.Decorative Stitching

Add a personal touch to your projects by embellishing with decorative threads. Mix different types and colors of thread to create border-like finishes on garments, home décor, crafts and more.

Set the machine for Stitch #7, #8 or #9, depending on the look you want. Attach the Satin Foot.

If a heavier weight thread (such as top stitching thread) will be used, be sure to change the needle to a larger size as well.

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Appliqué

Appliqué is done by stitching shaped pieces of fabric onto a foundation fabric to form a design or pattern. This technique offers unlimited creative possibilities.

1.Prepare the Appliqué

Apply paper-backed fusible web to the wrong side of the Appliqué fabric, following the manufacturer's recommendations. Draw the Appliqué shape, then cut out the shape from the fabric that has been fused to the fusible web. Remove the paper backing. Position the applique on the foundation fabric, then fuse in place.

2.Stitch the Appliqué

Set the machine for stitch #6,the Zig-Zag Satin Stitch

To stitch the appliqué sew so that the right swing of the stitch falls off the outer edge of the appliqué, enclosing the raw edge of the fabric. The left swing of the stitch goes into the appliqué fabric.

BLIND HEM STITCHING

The Blind Hem stitch is primarily used for creating nearly invisible hems on various types of projects such as curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. There are two different blind hem stitch selections on the machine: the standard blind hem stitch (for hems on woven fabrics) and the stretch blind hem stitch (for hems on stretch knit fabrics).

Set the machine to Stitch #10 for the standard blind hem stitch, or set the machine to Stitch #11 for the stretch blind hem stitch. Insert the appropriate needle for the fabric to be hemmed (see the Needle, Fabric & Thread Chart for recommendations).

Thread the top of the machine and bobbin with a thread color that matches or blends as closely as possible to the color of the item to be hemmed.

1.Fold and pin the fabric, as shown.

2.Place the fabric under the blind hem presser foot with the fold of the fabric positioned so that the needle just pierces the fold when the needle swings to the left. Be sure to remove pins as you sew.

3.When finished, fold the hem down and press.

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Contents Why is the thread looping/bunching under my fabric? Why is my machine skipping stitches?Introduction Table of Contents Name of PartsPrincipal Parts of the Machine Machine Front View Principal Parts and What They do Principal Parts of the Machine Machine Back ViewAccessories Standard AccessoriesRemoving / Installing Extension BED Connecting Machine to Power SourceNeedle / Fabric / Thread Guide Inserting / Changing NeedlesPresser Foot Lifter Removing / Attaching the Presser Foot Winding the BobbinRemoving the Presser Foot Attaching the Presser FootInserting the Bobbin Threading the Upper ThreadThreading the Upper Thread Raising the Bobbin Thread Choosing a Stitch PatternStraight Stitching Thread Tension Reverse Sewing / Cutting the ThreadHow Does Tension Work? Tension TestZIG-ZAG Stitching Blind HEM StitchingAppliqué Multi ZIG-ZAG Stitching Darning PlateMending a Tear Elastic InsertionTroubleshooting MaintenanceHow to solve common problems Solution Changing the Bulb