SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Zigzag Stitches (Continued)
Three-Step Zigzag
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 1 to 4 control 0.5 to 1
Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
The three-step zigzag is a combination
zigzag and straight stitch, You may use
the three-step zigzag everywhere you
would use the basic zigzag stitch. It
has more strength, elasticity, and is
flatter than a regular zigzag.
The three-step zigzag stitch is especial-
ly useful for:
-- mending
- sewing patches smoothly and
securely.
-- repairing straight tears.
- finishing seams.
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Seam Finishing
Place the fabric under the presser foot
so that the edge will be slightly inside
the right hand side of the presserfoot,
Guide the work so the right hand
stitches fall at the edge of the fabric.
Mending
Position the tear under the needle so
that the stitching will catch both sides.
Lace Work
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top threBd tension Stitch length
control 1 to 4 control 1
Zigzag foot
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Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch
to blouses and lingerie. Table linens
and pillows become more elegant
when trimmed with lace.
Turn raw edge of fabric under at least
1/2". Place lace underneath and top-
stitch using stretch blind hem stitch.
Trim excess fabric close to stitching.
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