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Practical Applications
Practical Stitches
Straight Stitch no. 1
Straight Stitch
after turning the sewing computer on, the Practical ►
Stitch screen with the activated straight stitch appears
for specialty work, program the seam length using the
►
stitch counter function, see page 32
Application
suitable presser foot to be selected according to the ►
technique, e.g. manual darning
suitable for all fabrics ►
Basting Stitch no. 21
Basting Stitch
straight stitch, sews out every fourth stitch, i.e. longest ►
stitch possible is 24mm when the stitch length is set at
6mm. Recommended stitch length is 3.5 - 6mm
for all work where a very long stitch is required ►
quick and easy basting of seams, hems, quilts, etc. ►
easy to remove ►
Preparation
pin work horizontally to basting direction to prevent the ►
layers slipping
Reverse pattern foot no. 1C / 1D ►
Reverse pattern foot no. 1C / 1D ►
Adjust the stitch length to suit the fabric
For example, use a longer stitch length
(approximately 3 - 4mm) with denim, a
shorter length (2 - 2.5mm) with batiste.
Adjust the stitch length to suit the thread
For example, use a longer stitch length
(approximately 3 - 5mm) when using cordon-
net thread for topstitching.
Activate Needle Stop Down
Prevents the fabric from slipping when you
stop to adjust or pivot project.
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