Kenmore 385.161302 owner manual Stretch Stitching, Smocking, Overcast

Overcast		Stretch Stitching		S
_t_Stitch	selector:		9
Stitch	width:		3 to	6.5
Stitch	length:		Gold	stretch stitch position
Needle		thread tension:	2 to 6
Presser		foot A:	Zigzag foot

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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.

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Place raw edges of 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 allow a 5/8" (1.6 cm) seam, then trim the seam allowance. Raw or worn edges of older garments can be overcast to prevent further raveling.

NOTE:Use a #11 blue stretch needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitching.

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Smocking

Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length:

Needle thread tension:

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3 to 6.5

Gold stretch stitch position 2to6

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Presser foot A: Presser foot F:

Zigzag foot Satin stitch foot

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NOTE: Loosen the needle thread tension to make gathering easier.

• To sew

_1_Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric Knotted edge

Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on children's clothes or women's blouses.

Choose a soft and lightweight fabric such as batiste, gingham or challis. Cut the fabric three times wider than the projected width. Set stitch length at "4" and sew rows

of straight stitches 3/8" (1.0 cm) apart across the area to be smocked.

Knot the threads along one edge_. From the other edge, pull the bobbin threads (bottom threads) to distribute the gathers evenly and secure the threads. Sew the smocking stitches between the gathered rows. Remove the straight stitches by pulling them out.

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