Kenmore 1249 - Free-Arm Sewing

This sewing machine can be used like a
flat bed machine, but easily converts
to free arm machine by removing the
extension table.,
The free arm enables you to sew tubu-
lar types of pieces more easily, Just
slip the sleeve or pants leg on the free
arm as shown above.
You will find many uses for this free
arm feature such as:
1. Mend elbows and knees of garments
more easily.
2, Sew in sleeves more easily, This is
especially true when sewing smaller
garments_
3, Applique, embroider or hem around
edges of cuffs or pants legs.
4. Sewing in elastic casings in skirts or
pants at the waistNne,