Brother PC-420PRW manual Fagoting, 3Attach zigzag foot J, Select stitch 26 or

Models: PC-420 PC-420PRW

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UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————

 

 

 

Stitch Width

Stitch Length

Presser

Stitch Name

Pattern

Application

[mm (inch.)]

[mm (inch.)]

 

 

 

 

Foot

 

 

 

Auto

Manual

Auto

Manual

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

29

 

4.0

0.0–7.0

3.0

2.0–4.0

 

 

 

 

(3/16)

(0–1/4)

(1/8)

(1/16–3/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30

 

4.0

0.0–7.0

2.5

1.0–4.0

J

Decorative

 

 

(3/16)

(0–1/4)

(3/32)

(1/16–3/16)

 

Decorative stitching

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

stitch

31

5.5

0.0–7.0

1.6

1.0–4.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(7/32)

(0–1/4)

(1/16)

(1/16–3/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

32

 

5.0

1.5–7.0

1.0

0.2–4.0

N

 

 

 

(3/16)

(1/16–1/4)

(1/16)

(1/64–3/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTENTS GETTING

Fagoting

Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used.

1Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric along their seams.

2Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by about 4 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a sheet of water-soluble stabilizer.

3

1

2

1Thin paper or water soluble stabilizer

2 Basting stitching

3 4 mm (3/16 inch)

3Attach zigzag foot “J”.

J

For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 37).

4Select stitch 26 or 27 .

For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 68).

5Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch).

For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch width” (page 55).

6Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric.

7After sewing is finished, remove the paper.

READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX

INDEX

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Brother PC-420PRW manual Fagoting, 3Attach zigzag foot J, Select stitch 26 or, Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm 1/4 inch

PC-420, PC-420PRW specifications

The Brother PC-420PRW and the PC-420 are versatile computerized sewing machines that cater to the needs of both beginner and advanced sewists. Known for their user-friendly design and advanced features, they deliver exceptional performance across a wide range of sewing applications.

One of the standout features of both models is their expansive selection of built-in stitches. The PC-420PRW boasts 294 unique stitch patterns, including quilting, decorative, and standard utility stitches, while the PC-420 offers a slightly lower count of 67 stitches. This variety allows users to explore their creativity and tackle diverse projects, from garment making to home décor.

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For sewing enthusiasts looking to personalize their projects, the machines come with a variety of included feet for different sewing techniques. From a walking foot for even feeding of multiple layers to a zigzag foot for decorative stitching, users have the right tools at their fingertips. The convenient LCD display screen on both models allows for easy navigation and selection of stitches, adjustments, and settings.

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