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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 37).

bSelect stitch 21 .

For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 66).

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 onto the fabric and press with a hot iron before it is sewn.

dTrim along 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 foot" (page 37).

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 56) and "Thread tension" (page 53).

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.

dPull the bobbin threads to create gathers.

Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX

• Be careful not to cut the stitches.

INDEX

Decorative Stitching 109

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Brother NX 600 Scallop stitching, Smocking, DTrim along the stitches, DPull the bobbin threads to create gathers

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