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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching (Models 12712 and 12714)
Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12714 only)
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length
control yellow
stretch stitch
position
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Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use
this
stitch
when
you
want
a
narrow seam that you do not need to
press
open
flat.
It
is
ideal
for
1/4"
seams
on
knits
or
on
medium
to
heavyweight
woven
fabrics
where
you
want a narrow seam. It is also great
for making elastic swim wear.
Here's How
Place
the
fabric
under
the
presser
foot
so
that
the
stitches
are
made
over the edge.
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam,
then
trim
seam
allowance
after.
NOTE:
When using stretch knit
fabric,
use
a
blue
stretch
fabric
needle
which
effectively
prevents
skipped stitches.
garments.
1.
Mark the elastic into quarters and
match
these
to
the
center
front,
center back and side seams.
2.
Place
the
middle
of
the
elastic
under
the
center
of
the
presser
foot and stitch into place, making
sure
the
fabric
is
evenly
distri
buted.
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