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This stitch is used to seam and overcast fabric edges at
one time.
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6HZZKLOHJXLGLQJWKHIDEULFHGJHVDORQJWKHJXLGHRQ
the foot.
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Overedge Stitch
q6WLWFKSDWWHUQ 02'( 
  02'( 
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Overedge foot C
Multiple Zigzag Stitch
q 6WLWFKSDWWHUQ 02'( 
  02'( 
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
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other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker.
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allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.
This stitch is also excellent for darning and mending
tears.
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qw e
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qw e
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CAUTION:
When using an overedge foot, make sure to set the
stitch width at 5.0-7.0, otherwise the needle may hit
the wires on the foot.
Variety of Overcasting Stitches
Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch
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  02'( 
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Overedge foot C
CAUTION:
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stitch pattern 07 is selected. However, use
overedge foot C when sewing overcasting.
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stitch width at 5.0-7.0, otherwise the needle may hit
the wires on the foot.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide on the foot and
sew while guiding the fabric along the guide.
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