Sears 385.12514 - Manual (Page 34)

SECTION 3. REARN THE STITCHES
Smocking • Overcast Stretch Stitching
straight siitdng lines 3/8” apart across
the area to be smoked.
Knot the threads along one edge. Puli
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.
Set the Machine
Slüch SUlch selector
....... 1 -... . ,____
Top thread tension
conifQl 1 lo 4
Slitch length
contfoi brown
streich stfich
position
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Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
This stitch can be used for sewing a
seam with an overcast finish.
The seam is lormed 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 aiiowance after.
Raw or worn edges ol oider garments
can be overcast to prevent further
raveling.
NOTE: Use a blue stretch labric
needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
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