Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 913
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■Changing the density of the stitching
Adjust the stitch length.
Memo
zFor details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch
length" (page 62).
zIf the fabric does not feed (for example, if it
is too thick), decrease the density of the
stitching.
■Changing the stitch width
Adjust the stitch width.
Memo
zFor details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch
width" (page 61).
zBefore sewing buttonholes, check the stitch
length and width by sewing a trial
buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric.
■Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics
When sewing buttonholes on stretch or loosely
woven fabrics, use a gimp thread.
aHook the gimp thread onto the part of
buttonhole foot "A" shown in the illustration.
bIt fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it.
cAttach buttonhole foot "A".
• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer
to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).
dSelect stitch 52 or 53 .
eAdjust the stitch width to the thickness of the
gimp thread.
fLower the presser foot lever and the
buttonhole lever, and then start sewing.
gWhen sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp
thread to remove any slack.
hUse a handsewing needle to pull the gimp
thread to the wrong side of the fabric, and
then tie it.
●When opening the buttonhole with the seam ripper, do not place your hands in the cutting path, otherwise injuries may result if the seam ripper slips. ●Do not use the seam ripper in any other way than how it is intended.