Narrow
hem
A technique used to finish the outside edges of lightweight
to medium weight fabricsr Effective for soft knits_ Avoid
using fabrics that unravel easily°
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Machine settings
Number of threads:
3
Number of needles:
1
(Remove the needle on the left.)
Differential feed ratio:
1.0
Stitch length:
R
Right needle thread tension (Blue):
4
Upper looper thread tension (Red):
3
Lower looper thread tension (Green):
2 to 4
Needle plate setting knob:
R
Thread:
Needle:
Upper looper:
Lower looper:
Synthetic thread
No_80-! 00
Woolly nylon thread,
woolly polyester thread
or synthetic thread
No.80-100
Woolly nylon thread
woolly polyester thread
or synthetic thread
No.80-I 00
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Method
(D Wrong side of fabric
(_) Lower looper thread
(_) Right side of fabric
(_ Needle thread
(_) Upper looper thread
Serge edge of fabric (one layer).
Pull the fabric gently to the back while serging
Experiment with various threads, yarns and ribbons to
create a decorative effect°
For lettuce leaf edging (waved edge), stretch the fabric in
front of the needle while serging or use the differential feed
(set the ratio between 0.5 and 1 ..0).
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