Overcast Stretch Stitching
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Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchim (Models 12741 and 12641 )
Set the Machine
Sl=tCh selector
St}tct_ length
control 1 to 4 | ...._._.4_ |
Here's How
Stitch Iength
Top _flreed tension _L control 1 to 4
Here's How
Zigzag loot
The Stitch and its Uses
Th_s stitch can be used for sewing a seam with an overcast finish.
The seam is formed and finished m
one operat_om It can be used when
VOU are making swimwear, ski pants
and other garments that require stretch.
Place the raw edge of the fabric to the LEFT of the needle as shown.
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric lust short of the outside edge.
Or, place your fabric to ailow a 5/8"
seam. then thin seam allowance after.
Raw or worn edges of older garments can be overcast to prevent further raveling.
NOTE: | Use a | blue stretch fabric | |
| needle, | which | effectively |
| prevents | skipped | stitches. |
Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use this stitch when you want a narrow seam that you do not need to
press open flat. It _s ideal for 1/4 ,°
seams on knits or on medium to
heavyweight woven fabrics where vou want a narrow seam. It is also great for making elastic swim wear,
Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the stitches are made
over the edge.
Or, piece your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then tr_m seam allowance after.
NOTE: When using stretch kmt fabric, use a blue stretch
fabric needle which
effectivelyprevents skipped stretches,
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