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Smocking [] , [] , [] [] (or any decorative stitch)

Set the Machine

tPD GGOD

Thread tension

I to4

F Satin stitch

foot

The Stitches and Their Uses

Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment

for children's clothes or women's blouses.

Step l Ilto6)

3/8"

Wrong side

= of fabric

Stepli (7to8)

Here's How

NOTE:

Choose a soft, tightweight fabric such as batiste, gingham or chaltis.

Cut the fabric three times the finished width.

Set the stitch length control button at "'4.5'" and sew rows of straight

gathering stftches 3/8" apart across the area to be smocked.

Loosen the needle thread tension to make gathering easter.

4. Knot the threads along the edge.

5. Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly.

6. Secure the threads at the other end.

7. Sew the decorative stitches of your choice between the gathering stitches,

8. Pull out the gathering stitches.

Helpful Hint

These stitches can be used in combination with others for any decorative effect

you desire.

Kenmore 19502 User Manual

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