SECTION V. UTILITY AND DECORATIVE
STITCHES
Blind Hem Stitch
_1_Stitch pattern selector:
5 or 6
_2_Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
(3_ Needle thread tension:
1 to 4
_4_Stitch length control:
1 to 3
_5_Stitch width control:
5
,.!_'Lightweight fabric
',g', Heavyweight
fabric
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Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric
On heavyweight fabrics that ravel, the raw edge should be
overcast first. Then fold the hem, as illustrated, leaving
1/4"(0.7 cm) of the hem edge showing.
Position the fabric, so that the needle at its leftmost posi-
tion just pierces the edge of the fold.
After hemming is completed, press together both sides of
the finished hem. The top side of the fabric should show
only the blind stitches.
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STRETCH
S V L--0_1_2_3_4
_:::_0--1--2--3--4--5co
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Lace Work
,/1_Stitch pattern selector:
5
_2_Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
_3_Needle thread tension:
1 to 4
_4_, Stitch length control:
1 to 3
_5_Stitch width control:
5
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STRETCH
S V L--0_1_2_3_4
_0--1--2--3--4--5_
Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and
lingerie. Table linens and pillows become more elegant
when trimmed with lace.
Fold the raw edge of the fabric at least 5/8" (1.5 cm). Place
lace underneath and topstitch with blind hem stitch. Trim
excess fabric close to stitching.
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