Janome Magnolia 7318 - Manual (Page 20)

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SECTION 4. UTILITY STITCHES
Basic Zigzag
Machine setting
q Stitch pattern: C
w Stitch width: 1 – 5
e Stitch length: 0.5 – 3
r Thread tension: 2 – 5
t Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for
overcasting, sewing on buttons etc.
Adjust the stitch length to suit your sewing needs.
NOTE:
Use a stabilizer for stretch fabrics such as tricot
and knits to prevent puckering.
Overcasting
Machine setting
q Stitch pattern: C
w Stitch width: 5
e Stitch length: 1 – 2
r Thread tension: 3 – 7
t Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
Overcasting is used to prevent fabrics from
raveling at raw edges. It can be used to finish a
hem edge.