Sears 12581, 11682 manual Zigzag Stitches, Lace Work Models 12781, 12681, Three-Step Zigzag

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

Zigzag Stitches (Continued)

Three-Step Zigzag

Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector

Top thread	tension	Stitch	length
control 1 to	4	control	0,5 to 1

Zigzag foot

The Stitch and Its Uses

The three-step zigzag is a combination zigzag and straight stitch. You may use the three-step zigzag everywhere you would use the basic zigzag stitch. It has more strength, elasticity, and is 'flatter than a regular zigzag.

The three-step zigzag stitch is especial- ly useful for:

--mending

-sewing patches smoothly and securely.

-repairing straight tears.

--finishing seams.

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Seam Finishing

Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the edge will be slightly inside the right hand side of the presserfoot.

Guide the work so the right hand stitches fall at the edge of the fabric.

Mending

Position the tear under the needle so that the stitching will catch both sides.

Lace Work (Models 12781, 12681 and 12581)

Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector

Top thread tension	Stitch	length
control 1 to 4	control	1

Zigzag foot

Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and lingerie. Table linens

and pillows become more elegant when trimmed with lace.

Turn raw edge of fabric under at least 1/2". Place lace underneath and top- stitch using stretch blind hem stitch.

Trim excess fabric close to stitching.