Overcast
Stretch
Stitching
_t_Stitch selector:
5 or 6
Stitch length:
Gold stretch stitch position
Needle thread tension:
1 to 4
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
This stitch is for sewing a seam with an overcast finish. It is
used when making swim wear, ski pants and other
garments which require stretch.
• Starting to sew
Place raw edge of fabric to the" left" of the needle as
shown. Sew in a manner so that the needle pierces the
fabric very close to the outside edge. Or place the fabric
to allow a 5/8" (1.6 cm) seam, then trim seam allowance.
Raw or worn edges of older garments can be overcasted
to prevent further raveling.
NOTE:
Use a #11 blue stretch needle, which effectively prevents
skipped stitching.
Feather
Stitch
Stitch selector:
Stitch length:
Needle thread tension:
Presser foot:
4
Gold stretch stitch position
1 to4
Zigzag foot
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This stitch is strong, useful and decorative.
It reinforces stretch and woven fabrics. You can use
it to sew spandex undergarments
or decoratively
hem elastic fabric.
You can also use this stitch in patchwork quilting.
Sew this pattern on a seam that is already joined and
pressed flat.
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two folded edges together and use this stitch to join
them.
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