Simplicity SA2200 - Manual (Page 21)

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Using decorative stitches is one of the easiest and most
attractive ways to topstitch. Experiment with metallic,
rayon, or variegated threads for additional detail.
Determine the placement of the stitching line. Place the
fabric under the presser foot and sew [Fig. 1]. Using a
stabilizer under the fabric will provide extra firmness.
Simply stitch and trim to create this lovely scallop finish.
Mark the hem finish line on the fabric with a washout
fabric marker and stitch along the line [Fig. 2]. Place a
bead of seam sealant along the stitches and let dry. Trim
the fabric close to the stitching [Fig. 3].
Eliminate time consuming hand sewing with the use of
the blindhem stitch. Use a thread color that matches the
fabric color for the best results.
Turn up the finished edge of the fabric to the desired hem
depth [Fig. 4]. Fold back, leaving a 1/4” edge [Fig. 5].
Place garment under the foot with the folded edge along
the hem guide [Fig. 6]. Adjust the guide by turning the
screw so that the fabric fold is against the guide and the
needle just barely catches the fold as you sew. You may
need to sew a few test samples on scrap fabric to make
the correct guide adjustment on the presser foot.
Stitch slowly.
BUILT-IN STITCHES
STITCH “B, D, E” - DECORATIVE SATIN STITCH
STITCH “C” - SATIN SCALLOP HEM
Fig. 1
Fig. 2 Fig. 3
Decorative satin stitches
Satin scallop hem
Fig. 4 Fig 5
STITCH STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT
B, D, E 3-5 .5-1 Open toe
STITCH STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT
C 3-5 .5-1 Open toe
STITCH “F” - BLINDHEM
STITCH STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT
F 3-5 4 Blindhem
Fig. 6 Blindhem (underside view)