Singer 288 - Appliqué

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APPLIQUÉ
The stitch most commonly used in appliqu3/4ing
is the plain zig-zag stitch closely spaced to form a
satin stitch. Many of the other stitch patterns can be
used to applique with decorative stitching.
• Position the design.
• Baste it to the fabric.
• Attach special purpose foot.
Method No. 1
1. Insert pattern disc for desired applique stitch. Set
stitch width selector for the desired width and set
stitch length dial for satin stitching (between 0 and
1).
2. Outline the entire design with appliqu3/4 stitching.
3. Trim away excess fabric on the outer edges of the
stitching Remove basting.
Method No. 2
1. Insert pattern disc for desired applique stitch.
2. Adjust stitch width selector for straight stitching and
outline the entire design with a short stitch.
3. Trim raw edges to the stitching.
4. Adjust stitch width selector to desired width setting
for applique 3/4 pattern, and set stitch length selec-
tor between 0 and 1.
5. Stitch, following and covering straight-stitch outline.
This step will produce a smooth overedged finish
with no raw edges to be trimmed. Remove basting.