Turn on the machine.

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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.

aTurn on the machine.

bSelect stitch .

cAttach monogramming foot “N”.

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

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

eTrim 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.

a

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 “Selecting a stitch” (page 42) and “Adjusting the thread tension”

(page 49).

cAttach zigzag foot “J”.

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

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a1 cm (3/8 inch)

•Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread.

ePull the bobbin threads to create gathers. Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

fSelect stitch or .

gStitch between the straight stitches.

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