SINGER 9970 - Manual (Page 44)

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Braiding Foot : This is an optional accessory.
The Braiding Foot is used to stitch trims, braids or cords for decorative
embellishment.
1. Thread the top of the machine and bobbin with all-purpose sewing
thread.
If desired, you can use a contrasting or rayon thread for a decorative
effect, or use a monofilament thread if you want only the braid to be
visible.
2. Guide trim, braid or cord from the top of the foot into the guide hole
and under the foot.
3. Stabilize the underside of the fabric as needed.
4. Select the ZigZag Stitch with a width set wide enough to stitch over
the trim, braid or cord.
5. Lower the Braiding Foot and sew.
Braiding Guide : This is an optional accessory.
The Braiding Guide ensures that trims, braids and cording are smoothly
fed into the Braiding Foot.
1. Place straight end of the Braiding Guide into the slot at the top of the
presser foot ankle.
2. Thread the trim, braid or cord into the curly-Q end of the Guide and
into the Braiding Foot.
3. As you sew, lightly support the trim, braid or cord as it enters the
Guide.
Chenille Stitching Foot : This is an optional accessory.
The Chenille Stitching Foot is used to embellish projects with chenille
effects.
1. Thread the top of the machine and bobbin with all-purpose sewing
thread.
2. Prepare a minimum of three layers of chenille strips, 5/8” (16 mm),
for best effect. Place the strips into the presser foot. You can also
use narrower strips such as 3/8” (10 mm) wide.
3. Snap on the Chenille Stitching Foot.
4. Place the foundation fabric that will be embellished under the presser
foot and strips.
5. Select a Straight Stitch.
6. Sew at a slow speed. The Chenille Stitch Foot will guide the strips
over the foundation fabric where you want to have the chenille effect.
For additional stability, use Tear Away Stabilizer underneath the
foundation fabric.
7. Add strips in rows, as desired, to finish the project.
8. Machine wash on cold cycle, dry warm to help fray the edges of the
chenille strips.
Alternative method: Spray with water, rub with stiff brush to fray strips,
dry with hair dryer.