6Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

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1 Needle drop point

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1Stitch width

If the needle catches too much of the hem fold

The needle is too far to the left.

Press (of the arrow keys) to decrease the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

1 2

1Wrong side of fabric

2Right side of fabric

If the needle does not catch the hem fold The needle is too far to the right.

Press (of the arrow keys) to increase the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

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2

 

 

1 Wrong side of fabric

2 Right side of fabric

• For details on changing the stitch width,

3

refer to “Adjusting the Stitch Width and

Length” (page 55).

7Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot guide.

8Remove the basting stitching.

1 2

1Wrong side of fabric

2 Right side of fabric

Memo

For best results when sewing stretch fabrics, decrease the pressure of the presser foot. For details, refer to “Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot” (page 39).

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Brother 885-S61 operation manual Blind Hem Stitching, If the needle catches too much of the hem fold