Hemming and Edging Stitches []
Cut-Out Work Edging and Applique []
Set the Machine
Thread _enslon
F' Satin stt'_ch
foot
Pressure dlal: 2
The Stitch and Its Uses
Cut-Out Work and Applique are the major
uses for this stitch, but it can also be used to
provide edging on many sewing projects,
including p]acemats, blankets, collars, cuffs
and pockets.
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Here's How -- For Applique
1, Use a fusible heavy weight interfacing
behind each p_ece of your applique.
2. Cut the interfacing slightly smatler than
the des=gn pieces,
3. Tape or baste the applique in place and
sew around each piece with stitch
pattern[_
NOTE: You may also use a satin stitch.
4. When sewing curves, leave the needle Jn
the fabric, rarse the presser foot and
turn the fabric.
5. Lower the presser foot and stitch.
Herds How - For Cut-Out Work
1. Choose a simple design and trace the outline
on the right s_de of the fabric.
2. Place a piece of tulle or organdy under the
design and pin in piace.
NOTE: You may want to use a contrasting
insert fabric to accent your work.
3. Baste the layers together, stitching iust
outside the outline. Romove the pros.
4. Stitch around the design, using stitch pattern
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NOTE: You may also use a narrow satin stitch
Isee p. 60___).
5. Remove basting and cut the fabric ms,de the
design close to the stitching, using an
embroidery sc{ssors.
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