SEWING THE STITCHES

Shelltuck Stitches

Shelltuck stitches give an attractive appearance of shells along the curve of a collar. This stitch pattern can be used for edging the neckline or sleeves of dresses and blouses.

aSelect .

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For details on each stitch, refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.

bIncrease the upper thread tension for an attractive scallop finish to the shelltuck stitches (see page 79).

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If the upper thread tension is too weak, the shelltuck stitches will not scallop.

cTo make rows of shell tuck stitches, fold the fabric in half along the bias.

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• Use a thin fabric.

dAttach presser foot “J”. Set the needle drop point slightly off the edge of the fabric, and start sewing.

aNeedle drop position

eUnfoldside. the fabric, and iron the tucks to one

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To make shell tucks at the edge of a collar or neckline, follow the pattern’s instructions and then use this stitch to make a decorative finish on the collar or neckline.

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