Overcast Stretch Stitching
(_ Stitch selector:
_) Stitch length:
_) Needle thread tension:
(_) Presser foot:
EorF
Gold stretch stitch position
1to4
Zigzag foot
This stitch is for sewing a seam with an overcast finish, it is
used when making swim wear, ski pants and other garments
which require stretch.
•To sew:
Place raw edgeof fabric to the "left "of the needle as
shown Sew in a manner so that the needle pierces the
fabric very close to the outside edge, Or place the fabric to
allowa5/8" (!,,6cm) seam, then trim seam allowance,
Raw or worn edges of older garments can be overcasted to
prevent further raveling,
NOTE: Usea #11blue stretch needle, whicheffectively
prevents skipped stitching.
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f
J
Serging
(_ Stitch selector:
(_) Stitch length:
(_ Needle thread tension:
(_ Presser foot:
G
Gold stretch stitch position
1to4
Zigzag foot
This stitch is ideal for I/4" (0.6cm) seams on knits or on
medium to heavy weight woven fabrics where you want a
narrow seam. It is also great for sewing spandex swim wear,.
Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the stitches are
made over the raw edge,
f
k_,..
O ®
TYPE LENGTH
@54