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Blindhem
The blindhem stitch, number 09, is used to make
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decorating. Use foot number 3 with IDT™ system.
1. Finish the edge of the hem.
2. Fold and press the hem allowance to the wrong
side.
3. Fold the hem back on itself so approximately
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beyond the fold. The wrong side of your
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catch a small amount of fabric. If the stitches
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Elastic blindhem stitch
The elastic blindhem stitch, number 10, is
especially suitable for stretchy fabrics, because the
zigzag in the stitch lets the stitch stretch. The hem
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Sewing in zippers
There are different ways to sew in zippers. Follow
the directions included with your pattern for best
results.
For all types of zippers it is important to sew close
to the teeth of the zipper. The zipper foot 4 can be
snapped to the presser foot bar on the left or right,
depending on how you will insert your zipper.
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the edge of the zipper teeth by using one of the 29
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the presser foot is attached on the right side, the
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is attached on the left, the needle must only be
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