White 1268 - Blind Stitch Hem

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BLIND
STITCH
HEM
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1.
Set blind hem lever
to “BLIND” position
from
“M”
position (Fig.
50)
2. Use standard zigzag foot
(Fig.
50)
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3.
Set stitch length control
at
Number
3
or 4
4. Set Zigzag
Width
Stops to make Zigzag Stitch Width Lever be
movable atmost.
Fig.
50
Blind stitch hems provide
a
durable hem
finish that is almost invisible and comparable to
hand
sewing.
Prepare the garment in the same manner
as
for hand hemming.
Fig.
51
Step 1,
If
hem
with folded
edge is
used, make first fold 3/8” deep.
Step 2.
Turn hem the depth desired and baste 1/4”
from upper edge. Press into place.
Step 3. Fold hem back
toward right
side
of garment
leaving
1/4” extended.
Step
4.
Place material under presser foot, sew
with stitch length set to suit material being sewn
and
make
a side
wise stitch
about
every
3/4”
of
an
inch
of sewing.