18 Stitches & sewing techniques
Stitch ATD N/R A/B
Threading path
BGRY
A B 1.5 6.0 1.0 R No A
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3-thread narrow edge*
For edging lightweight fabrics. It gives a nice fi nish on silky scarves, pillow ruffl es and napkins. Thread the upper
looper with a decorative thread, such as 40 weight rayon for a beautiful satin edge. Read more on page 23.
F A 2 6.0 1.0 N No A
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3-thread fl atlock, wide
For sewing stretchy fabrics together with a decorative effect either with the fl atlock side or the ladder stitch side.
Create varying effects by threading the upper looper with decorative thread. Read more on page 22.
F B 2 6.0 1.0 N No A
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3-thread fl atlock, narrow
For sewing stretchy fabrics together with a decorative effect either with the fl atlock side or the ladder stitch side.
Create varying effects by threading the upper looper with decorative thread. Read more on page 22.
G A and B 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A
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3-thread stretch overlock
For sewing extra stretchy fabrics. Add additional stretch by using a stretchy type thread in the lower looper. Change
the thread tension accordingly.
* Not recommended for heavyweight woven fabrics or medium to heavyweight stretch fabrics.