Singer CG-550 - Mending with Multi-Stitch Zigzag; Pattern Selector: a; Stitch Width

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Mending with Multi-Stitch Zigzag
The Multi-Stitch is a three-step zigzag stitch. It is stronger than a traditional
zigzag stitch and is used for mending, reinforcing a seam, darning, applying
elastic and many other techniques. It is ideal when mending tears.
Machine Set-Up
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Stitch: Multi-Stitch Zigzag
Pattern Selector: D
Stitch Width: 2-5
Stitch Length: 0.5-1
Presser Foot: Special Purpose Foot (J)
Needle Position: Center
Materials:
2” x 2” denim square
5” x 5” denim, cut a 1” tear in center of denim
Procedure:
Use the small denim square as a backing to add reinforcement.
Stitch directly over the tear. Turn handwheel to lower needle into the fabric.
Pivot 180 degrees and sew again.