SECTION IV. ZIGZAG STITCH SEWING

Basic Zigzag

_t_Stitch selector: 5
Stitch width: 1to 6.5
Stitch length: Red zone
Needle thread tension: 3 to 5
Presser foot A: Zigzag foot
The zigzag stitch isone of the most common and versatile
stitches. It can be a utility stitch for button sewing,
buttonhole making, hemming, overcasting, mending and
darning.
Itcan also be used to decorate with trims, appliques and
cut work or as a decorative stitch.
Satin Stitching
_t_Stitch selector: 5
Stitch Width: 2 to 6.5
Stitch length: 0.5 to 1
Needle thread tension: 3 to 8
Presser foot F: Satin stitch foot
Pressure adjusting lever: 1to 2
The satin stitch is often used to decorate and overcast the
raw edge on blankets, linens, tablecloths, and napkins. It is
also attractive in applique.
Once your machine isset up to stitch, for best results, test
stitch on the fabric being used. Atight satin stitch may
pucker some lightweight fabrics.
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