Kenmore 385. 17622 - Manual (Page 35)

SECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHES
Smocking Overcast Stretch Stitching
Set the Machine
Stitch
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Set the Machine
Stitch
Selector release
Stitch selector
Stitch length control
brown stretch stitch
position
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4-
t- 2
Zigzag foot
NOTE; Be sure to slide back the
selector release to the "SEW"
position.
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With the stitch length at "4", sew
straight stitching lines 3/8" apart
across the area to be smocked.
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull
the bobbin threads and distribute the
gathers evenly. Secure the threads at
the other end. Sew the decorative
stitch between the gathering stitches.
Pull out the gathering stitches.
NOTE: Loosen the top thread
tension to make gathering
easier.
Stitch selector
Stit(^ length
control brown
stretch stitch
position
Г 1
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
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Zigzag foot
NOTE: Be sure to slide back the
selector release to the "SEW"
position.
The Stitch and Its Uses
This stitch can be used for sewing a
seam with an overcast finish.
The seam is formed and finished in
one operation. It can be used when
you are making swimwear, ski pants
and
other garments that require
stretch.
Here's How
Place the raw edge of the fabric to
the LEFT of the needle as shown.
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
just short of the outside edge.
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
after.
Raw or worn edges of older garments
can be overcast to prevent further
raveling.
NOTE; Use a blue stretch fabric
needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
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