SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Zigzag Stitches (Continued)
Shell Stitching (Models 12712 and 12714)
Set the Machine
Stitch | Stitch selector |
Box Stitching (Model 12714 only)
Set the Machine
Stitch | Stitch selector |
Top thread tension | Stitch | length |
control 3 to g | control | 1to 2 |
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, sleeve and neck openings.
Shell tucking can be used to create
scalloped tucks on blouses and
lingerie.
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 folded edge of the fabric when it zigzags.
2.If 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.
Top thread tension | Stitch | length |
control 1 to 4 | control | 1 |
Use this stitch to join heavy weight interlining.
Overlap two raw edges together and use this stitch to join them.
Zigzag foot
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