SECTION

3.

LEARN

THE STITCHES

 

 

Zigzag Stitches

(Continued)

 

 

e Three-Step

Zigzag

 

Lace Work

 

 

Set the Machine

 

Set the

Machine

 

 

 

 

Stitch

 

Stitch

selector

Stitch

Stitch se]ector

 

 

 

 

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(Model 127141

(Model 127141

Top thread tension

I :_

I

control ! to 4

(Model 116071

Stitch length control 0.5 to 1

Zigzag foot

The Stitch and tts 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 =s 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.

Seam Finishing

Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the edge wilt be slightly reside the right hand side of the presser foot.

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.

Top thread tension control 1 to 4

(Model 116071

Stitch length control 1

Zigzag foot

Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and lingerie° Table Iinens

and pillows become more elegan[ when tr_mmed w{th lace.

Turn raw edge of fabric under at least

I/2" Place lace underneath and top- stitch using stretch blind hem stitch.

Trim excess fabric close to st=tchmg.

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Sears 385. 11607 owner manual Section Learn Stitches, Zigzag Stitches

385. 11607 specifications

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