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Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for overcasting, sewing on
buttons etc.
SECTION 4. UTILITY STITCHING
Overcasting
q Pattern selector:
w Presser foot: Zigzag foot
e Thread tension: 1–4
r Stitch length: 1–2
t Stitch width: 5
The zigzag stitch is used on the seam allowance to prevent
fabric from fraying at raw edges.
Zigzag Stitching
q Pattern selector:
w Presser foot: Zigzag foot
e Thread tension: 2–5
r Stitch length: 0.5–4
t Stitch width: 5
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