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Scallop stitching

The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called “scalloping”. It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs.

aAttach monogramming foot “N”.

•For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 41).

bSelect stitch 27

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•For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 72).

cStitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric.

•For better results, apply spray starch to the fabric and press with a hot iron before it is sewn.

dTrim along the stitches.

• Be careful not to cut the stitches.

Smocking

The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called “smocking”. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs.

The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric.

aAttach zigzag foot “J”.

J

• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser

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foot” (page 41).

bSelect the straight stitch, and then adjust the stitch length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen the thread tension.

•For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch length” (page 60) and “Thread tension” (page 57).

cSew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm (3/8 inch).

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a1 cm (3/8 inch)

•It is not necessary to sew reverse/ reinforcement stitches or cut the thread.

•At the end of the stitching, the thread is pulled out about 5 cm (2 inches).

dPull the bobbin threads to create gathers.

Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

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