Kenmore 385.160201 - Manual (Page 80)

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3 to 6.5
Gold stretch stitch position
3 t o 6
Zigzag foot
Overedge foot
Serging
(T) Stitch selector:
@ Stitch width:
(3) Stitch length:
@ Needle thread tension:
(5) Presser foot A:
(6) Presser foot C:
* When using Overedge foot, nnake sure to set the stitch
width at 5 or more, otherwise the needle may hit the
overedge foot.
This stitch is ideal for 1/4” {0.6 cm) seams on knits or on
medium to heavy weight woven fabrics where you want a
narrow seam. It is also great for sewing spandex swim
wear. Place the fabric under the presser foot [A] so that the
stitches are made over the raw edge.
Elastic Stretch Stitch
0 Stitch selector:
@ Stitch width:
(3) Stitch length:
@ Needle thread tension:
(5) Presser foot A: 3
3 to 6.5
Gold stretch stitch position
3 t o 6
Zigzag foot
6 5 — (?)
° ° WIDTH ^
/
s.s,
LENGTH
Choose this stitch to attach elastic to garments. Mark
elastic into quarters and match these to the center front,
center back and side seams.
Place the middle of the elastic under the center of the
presser foot [A] and stitch into place, making sure the
elastic is eveniy distributed.
Stretch Patching
0 Stitch selector:
@ Stitch width:
@ Stitch length:
0 Needle thread tension:
® Presser foot A: 11
5 to 6.5
Gold stretch stitch position
2 to 6
Zigzag foot
I
©
IS
WIDTH ^
/
S.S,
LENGTH
This stitch is for patching worn out elbows or knees and for
patchwork quilting.
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