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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ——————————————————————————————————————————————

Patterns and Stitch Names

 

 

Pattern

 

Recommended

Recommended

Instruction

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stitch Name

Width

Length

35 Stitches

25 Stitches

Manual Page

 

(mm (inch))

(mm (inch))

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4-STEP AUTOMATIC

3-5

F- 1.5

34

 

 

 

 

 

 

BUTTONHOLE

(1/8 – 3/16)

(1/64-1/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0-5 (0-3/16)

1-4

27, 37, 38, 41,

 

 

 

 

 

 

STRAIGHT STITCH

(Changes needle

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/16-3/16)

42, 43

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

position)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZIGZAG STITCH

0-5

F-4

28, 36, 39, 41

 

 

 

 

 

 

(0-3/16)

(1/64-3/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BLIND HEM STITCH

3-5

F-2

29

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHELL TUCK STITCH

3-5

F-3

29

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ELASTIC STITCH

3-5

F-2.5

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-3/32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STRETCH BLIND HEM

3-5

F-1.5

29

 

 

 

 

 

 

STITCH

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STRETCH BLIND HEM

3-5

F-1.5

29

 

 

 

 

 

 

STITCH

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ELASTIC SHELL TUCK

3-5

F-3

31

 

 

 

 

 

 

STITCH

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DOUBLE ACTION STITCH

3-5

F-3

31

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRIDGING STITCH

3-5

F-3

31

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RAMPART STITCH

3-5

F-3

31

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRIANGLE STITCH

3-5

F- 1.5

33

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8-3/16)

(1/64-1/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0-5 (0-3/16)

Fixed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.5 (3/32)*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH

(Changes needle

27

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fixed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

position)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.5 (3/32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fixed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH

3-5

2.5 (3/32)*

32

 

 

 

 

 

 

STITCH

(1/8-3/16)

Fixed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.5 (3/32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fixed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STRETCH OVERLOCK

3-5

2.5 (3/32)

31

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STITCH

(1/8-3/16)

Fixed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.5 (3/32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* The stitch can also be sewn when the stitch length dial is set to .

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Brother XC6771-021, XL-3510, XL-2620 Patterns and Stitch Names, Pattern Recommended, Instruction, Width, Manual

XC6771-021, XL-2620, XL-3510 specifications

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The Brother XL-3510 is renowned for its versatility and user-friendly design. This machine comes equipped with 35 built-in stitches, including essential, decorative, and heirloom stitches, giving users the flexibility to tackle a variety of projects. Its easy-to-use stitch selector allows crafters to switch between stitch types effortlessly. This model also features a one-step buttonhole function, enabling even novices to create professional-looking buttonholes with ease. Additionally, an automatic needle threader simplifies setup, reducing frustration and saving time. The free arm design facilitates sewing cuffs, collars, and other hard-to-reach areas, making it an excellent option for clothing alterations.

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