SINGER S18 STUDIO Instruction Manual - Manual (Page 58)

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Shell Tucking
Machine Setting
Stitch pattern: 06 (Mode 3)
Thread tension: 6-8
Presser foot:
Satin stitch foot F
Foot pressure: 3
Increase the needle thread tension to “6-8”. Fold and
stitch on the bias of woven fabrics. This technique works
well on stretch fabrics, also. On stretch fabrics sew the
shell across the greatest stretch of the fabric. Place the
folded edge of the fabric along the slit of the foot. The right
swing of the needle when stitching should fall off the edge
of fabric fold. The tight tension with the right swing of the
needle creates the tucks.
Scallop Stitch
This stitch pattern is a great finish on delicate fabrics. A
popular finish for edges on hems, sashes, curtains and
delicate heirloom projects.
Machine Setting
Stitch pattern: 08 (Mode 3)
Thread tension: 3-6
Presser foot:
General purpose foot A
Foot pressure: 3
Stitch pattern 24 also makes nice scallops. This stitch
works well on woven fabric. Positioning a strip of tear-a-
way stabilizer under the fabric will produce a better result.
Sew along the row edge leaving a 3/8” (1cm) seam
allowance. After sewing, trim the fabric edge close to
stitching. Take care not to cut stitches.
Cording
This stitch pattern combined with cording, creates beautiful
couching. The grooves on top of the foot allow you to
stitch precisely over the cords. The cords will naturally
feed evenly under the spring grooves. Experiment with
other stitch patterns to be even more creative. Sewing
over a single cord with a long zigzag can be used to gather
heavier fabrics.
Machine Setting
Stitch pattern: 22 (Mode 3)
Thread tension: 1-4
Presser foot:
Cording foot H
Foot pressure: 3
Attach the cording foot H.
3-strand cording
Insert 3 strands of cording under the spring of the foot and
draw them under the foot to the rear.
Hold the three strands parallel for even sewing and be
sure to sew over the strands. Stitch slowly and smoothly,
guiding the fabric as you sew.
1 Spring
Single strand cording
Use the center slot on the foot to hold the cording.
Select stitch pattern 08 in the Mode 1 and adjust the stitch
width to match the thickness of the cord.
1
Fold is on bias