Sears KENMORE 11682 User Manual
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SECTtON 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
• Overcast Stretch Stitching (Models 12781,12681 and 12581)
• Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching (Models 12781 and 12681)
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
IM.
Top thread tension
Stitch length
control 1 to 4
contrt^ yellow
stretch stitch
pgsjiLon
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Zigzag foot
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........... _ ......... ......... .
Sat the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
- 2
Stitch length
control yellow
^^h stitch
poshipn
...
L_J
Zigzag foot
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.
raveling.
NOTE:
Use a blue stretch fabric
needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
the Stitch artd Its Uses
Use this stitch when you want a
rarrow seam that you do not need to
press open flat. It is ideal for 1/4"
seams on knits or on medium to
heavyweight woven falwics where you
want a narrow seam. It is also great
for making elastic swim wear.
Here's How
Place the fabric under the presser
foot so that the stitches are made
over the edge.
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
after.
NOTE:
When using stretdi knit
fabric needle which
effectively
prevents
skipped stitches.
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