Pfaff Sewing Machine - Manual (Page 16)

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Sewing mode
Elastic blindhem stitch
The elastic blind stitch number 1.1.17 is especially
suitable for stretchy fabrics, because the zigzag in
the stitch lets the stitch stretch. The hem is fi nished
and sewn at the same time. There is no need to
fi nish the raw edge fi rst on most knits.
Sewing in zippers
There are different ways to sew in zippers. Follow
the directions included with your pattern for best
results.
For all types of zippers it is important to sew close
to the teeth of the zipper. The zipper foot 4 can be
snapped to the presser foot bar on the left or right,
depending on how you will insert your zipper.
Then set the stitch position so that it enters close
to the edge of the zipper teeth by using one of the
37 needle positions available for the straight stitch.
If the presser foot is attached on the right side, the
needle must only be moved to the right. If the foot
is attached on the left, the needle must only be
moved to the left.
Rolled hem
Use the rolled hem foot 7 to fi nish the edges of
blouses, scarves, or ruffl es without having to
iron the edges beforehand. Hemming prevents
the edges from fraying and produces a neat and
durable edge fi nish.
• Double-fold the fabric edge (about 1/8” - 2 mm
- per fold).
• Place the folded fabric edge under the rolled
hem foot and sew a few stitches to secure.
• Turn the handwheel towards you until the
needle is at its lowest point. Raise the presser
foot and slide the fabric into the scroll of the
foot.
• Lower the presser foot and while sewing,
guide the fabric edge evenly into the foot.
When roll-hemming, make sure the raw edge
of the fabric butts against the left edge of the
rolled hem foot opening. Ensure the fabric does
not run underneath the right side of the presser
foot.
Note: A narrow zigzag stitch also makes a nice rolled
hem on lighter stretch fabrics such as lingerie nylon.