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

n Topstitch around the zipper.

Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper opening and align the zipper teeth with the side of the presser foot.

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aRight side of fabric b End of zipper opening c Reverse stitches

d Beginning of stitching e Basting stitching

CAUTION

●When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break.

o When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and then raise the presser foot lever.

pRemove the basting stitching, open the zipper, and then continue sewing.

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