TURNING TUBES

FABRIC:

Tricot 2” X 6”

NEEDLES:

75 Stretch or Ballpoint

THREAD:

3 cones of Metrolene serger thread

PRESSER FOOT:

Standard

 

 

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Serger Library – Tips and Tricks

Thread the serger for a 3-thread Overlock stitch using the Center Needle.

Turn the Stitch Selection Dial to “A” on the Stitch Display Panel.

Adjust Stitch Length to 2.

Serge a Thread Chain several inches longer than the fabric.

Fold the fabric, right sides together) to 1” X 6” encasing the Thread Chain against the fold.

With the folded edge aligned with the left edge of the Presser Foot, serge the tube being careful not to catch the Thread Chain in the stitching.

After stitching the tube, gently pull on the Thread Chain and turn the tube right side out.

Mount the sample.

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Bernina 2500 manual Turning Tubes

2500 specifications

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