Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape
Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached.
Pattern numbers vary depending on the machine model. Check the pattern numbers available with your machine, and select the desired stitch.
Stitch Name
Stretch stitch
zigzag stitch
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The values below “Auto” are set when the pattern is selected. The setting can be adjusted to any value within the range indicated below “Manual”.
Observe the following precautions while stitching.
CAUTION
●Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
Stretch stitching
aTurn on the machine.
bWith the pattern selection dial, select stitch 
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cAttach zigzag foot “J”.
•For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 33).
dSew without stretching the fabric.
Elastic attaching
When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be that of the stretched elastic tape. Therefore, it is necessary that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used.
aPinfabric.the elastic tape to the wrong side of the Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric.
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aElastic tape
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bTurn on the machine.
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