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Shell Tuck
Machine settings
Pattern: 18 (Utility)
Thread tension: 6-8
Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
Foot pressure: 7
Use a light weight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the
fabric as shown and stitch on the fold.
Allow the needle to just clear the folded edge to create a
shelled edge. You may need to increase the needle
thread tension.
1 Folded edge
If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows at least
1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.
You can also sew shell stitches on knits or soft silky
woven fabrics in any direction.
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