Singer 650 - Using the Binder Attachment

Decorative Hems
If you use the henmmer foot and
choose a
zig-zag
Stitch pattern, you can turn and deco-
rate a narrow hem in a single operation.
This time-saving
finish is
especially
suited to
ruffle edges, aprons and
lingerie finishes.
Stitch Pattern
Selectors:
Any
basic pattern
Stitch
Width Selector: 2-5
Throat
Plate:
General
Purpose
Narrow
Hemmer
Follow same steps as for plain hems.
Hemming with Lace
Stitch Pattern
Selectors: DL
Stitch Wldth
Selectcr: 3
Throat Plate: General Purpose
Narrow Hemmer
Lace Applied Over Hem
Fold and start the hem in the usual way.
Starting about
I inch (25 mm) down from the
end of the lace, place the salvage under
the
needle and lower needle to
hold lace firmly.
Raise the foot slightly
and slip the lace
under the back portion of the foot,
without
disturbing the position of the fabric. Stitch
slowly,
guiding
the
fabrr
with
the
rght
Z
hand, the lace with
the le t, Take care not
to stretch the
lace.
Lace Applied Under Hem
When using lace underneath the fold of a
hem, the procedure is th same as when
making a hemmed seam. Slip the
lace in
from the left as you would the second piece
of fabric. This method
is used where a neat
finish is desired on
both sides of material.
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