Sears 385. 1254180, 385. 1264180 Shell Stitch ing M odels 12741, Lingere, For best effect

Shell Stitch ing (M odels 12741 and ;12641)

Set the Machine

Stitch selector 1

Set the Machine

Stitch selector

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Strtch length

Top thread tension t 2 to 24

control 3 to 9

Zigzag foot

The Stitch and Its Uses

The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a

blind hem over folded fabric. Several

rows of shell stitching are called shell tucks.

Shell stitching can be used to finish hems_ s_eeve and neck openings,

She_! tucking can be used to create

scalloped tucks on blouses and

linger_e,

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Here's How

1.For best effect--

	--set	the	stitch		length as		you
		desire,
	--you	may need			to tighten		the
		top thread		tension		slightly,
	--allow		the	needle		to	just
		clear the fotded edge of the
		fabric	when	it	zigzags.
2,	tf you	sew	rows	of	shell	stitches,

space the rows 1/2" apart,

You can sew Shell Stitch on knits or soft silky wovens in any direction.

Stitch length

Top thread ter_sJon

control I to 4

Zigzag foot

With the stitch length at "6"_ sew

straight stitching lines 3/8" (1 cm) apart across the area to be smocked, Knot the threads along one edge, Pull

the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly,. Secure the threads at

the other end. Sew the decorative stitch between the gathering stitches. Pull out the gathering stitches.

NOTE; Loosen tile top thread tensEon to make gathering easier.

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