Mending a tear, Finishes for hems and facings – SINGER 2001 TouchTronic User Manual
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The multi-stitch zig-zag is an extremely versatile stitch. Use it to mend, join, or rein
force without bulk. With this stitch you may attach elastic and stretch lace, con
struct lingerie and swimsuits, and finish seams. There are many other useful ap
plications for the multi-stitch zig-zag.
MULTI-STITCH ZIG-ZAG
Mending a Tear
• stitch: multi-stitch zig-zag <;
• Stitch width: programmed or to suit application
or fabric
• Stitch length: programmed or to suit application
or fabric
• General purpose needle plate
• General purpose foot or special purpose foot
• Trim ragged edges.
• Place underlay on the wrong side of tear for
reinforcement. Do not baste or pin the un
derlay, since you will be bringing the edges
together in the next step.
• Stitch on the right side, bringing the edges
of the tear together. Shorten stitch length at
ends and corners to give extra strength.
• Trim underlay.
Tear Mended with Multi-Stitch Zig-Zag
Applying Facing Finish
Finishes for Hems and Facings
Hem and facing edges in knit and stretch
fabrics will be less apt to press through and
mark when given a flat edge-finish. Edge
finishing with the multi-stitch zig-zag elimi
nates the bulk of turned-in edges and retains
fabric flexibility.
• Make a test sample to check thread tension
and stitch length if you are using the multi
stitch zig-zag.
• Place stitching about 1 /2-inch (1.3cm) from
hem or facing edge. Avoid stretching edge
while sewing.
•
• Press after stitching and trim away excess
fabric close to the stitching line.
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