Bernina dcet 2500 - Manual (Page 42)

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1999 BERNINA Of America
Section C - page 4
3-THREAD OVERLOCK(5mm-7mm)
SEAM EDGE FINISH
Instruction Manual pg._____
Bernette
 Advanced Guide Workbook pg.____
Serger Library – Tips and Tricks
• Thread the serger for a 3-thread Overlock stitch using the Left Needle.
• Turn the Stitch Selection Dial to “A” on the Stitch Display Panel.
• Serge finish one 5” raw edge on each piece of fabric.
• Using your BERNINA sewing machine and a standard 5 /
8
” seam allowance, seam
the two pieces of fabric together along the serged edges.
• Press the seam open.
• Trim and mount the sample.
FABRIC: 2 pieces medium weight wool 2½” X 5”
NEEDLES: 80/12 Universal
THREAD: 3 cones of serger thread
PRESSER FOOT: Standard
Use a wide 3-thread Overlock as a
seam finish on woven fabrics.
Wrap the fabric edge with strips of bias cut tricot
or water soluble stabilizer before serging for
added support while stitching.