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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”.

bSelect stitch .

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.

• 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.

aAttach zigzag foot “J”.

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 37) and “Thread tension” (page 41).

cSew parallel stitching at intervals of 10 mm (3/8 inch).

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a10 mm (3/8 inch)

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

dPull the bobbin threads to create gathers.

Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

eSelect stitch or .

fStitch between the straight stitches.

gPull out the threads for the straight stitches.

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