SINGER S800 FASHIONISTA User Manual

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RIC-RAC STITCH

Ric-rac is primarily used for a decorative top-stitch. It is ideal
for edging neck-bands, armholes, sleeves and hems. When
manually adjusted to a very narrow width, it also can be used
for sewing high stress seams.

DOUBLE OVERLOCK STITCH

The Double overlock stitch has three main uses. It is perfect
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overcasting in one operation. It is primarily used on slightly
stretch fabrics and non-stretch fabrics such as linen, tweed,
and medium to heavy-weight cotton.

ENTREDEUX STITCH

Useful for decorative stitching on borders and for use in
heirloom sewing. The Entredeux stitch is most often sewn with
a Wing Needle (SINGER Style 2040) to create holes in the
stitch pattern.

CRISS-CROSS STITCH

Used primarily for decorative machine stitching.

Helpful Hint: A slight + adjustment of the tension will
increase the size of the hole when using a Wing Needle.

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