Kenmore 385.15208 - Manual (Page 56)

SECTION V. UTILITY AND DECORATIVE
STITCHES
Blind Hem Stitch (Model 15208 exclusive)
(T) Stitch pattern selector: 5 or 6
(D Presser foot: Zigzag foot
(D Needle thread tension; 1 to 4
(4) Stitch length dial: 1 to 3
(5) Stitch width dial: 5
® Lightweight fabric
CD Heavyweight fabric
(D Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric
On heavyweight fabrics that ravel, the raw edge should be
overcast first. Then fold the hem, as illustrated, leaving
1/4"{0.7 cm) of the hem edge showing
Position the fabric, so that the needle at its leftmost posi­
tion just pierces the edge of the fold.
After hemming is completed, press together both sides of
the finished hem. The top side of the fabric should show
only the blind stitches
Lace
Work
(Model 15208 exclusive)
(D stitch pattern selector: 5
(D Presser foot: Zigzag foot
(D Needle thread tension; 1 to 4
© Stitch length dial; 1 to 3
® Stitch width diai; 5
Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and
lingerie. Table linens and pillows become more elegant
when trimmed with lace.
Fold the raw edge of the fabric at least 5/8" (1.5 cm), Place
lace underneath and topstitch with blind hem stitch. Trim
excess fabric close to stitching.
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