Singer 288 - Straight Stitching; Setting Selectors and Controls; Sewing Seams

Singer
288
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3. Straight Stitching
Setting Selectors
Before making any setting adjustments, raise the nee-
dle out of the fabric.
• Stitch Width:
• Needle Position:
• Stitch Length: To suit fabric
• General Purpose or Straight Stitch Foot
When your fabric or sewing procedure requires close
control, you may wish to use the straight stitch presser
foot and the straight stitch needle plate that come with
your accessories.
Sewing a Seam
PIN BASTING
Pin basting is a time saver and can be used when you
sew easy-to-handle fabrics. Use fine pins and place
them so that:
• They are at right angles to the presser foot and just
nip into the fabric at the stitching line.
• They do not extend beyond both sides of the presser
foot. Never place pins on the underside of the fabric
in contact with the feed.
• Sew, pulling pins out of fabric as you stitch. We do
not recommend sewing over pins.