iPosition the fabric so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem, and then lower the presser foot lever.

For invisible stitching, make sure that both threads are the same color as the fabric.

aNeedle

bNeedle drop point cFold of hem dWrong side of fabric

jSew along the fold of the hem.

kRemove the basting stitching and turn the fabric right side up.

a Wrong side of fabric

b Right side of fabric

Darning

Reinforce points that will be subject to strain.

Number on dial

Stitch name

Application

 

 

Straight stitch

Attaching

6 7 8 9 10

zippers, basic

 

 

(Center needle

stitching, and

 

 

position)

sewing gathers

 

 

 

 

 

or darning, etc.

 

 

 

 

aPlace the darning plate on the needle plate as shown below, and then remove both the presser foot and presser foot holder assembly.

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bSelect(6-10).the desired length for straight stitch

cPlace the fabric to be darned under the presser foot together with a fabric underlay for reinforcement.

dStart sewing while gently moving the fabric with your hands, alternately drawing the fabric away and pulling it toward you.

eStop sewing when the portion to be darned is filled with parallel stitching.

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