Section '3. learn the stitches – Sears KENMORE 385. 17928 User Manual

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Topstitching

Set the Machine

Stitch width

control 0

Top thread tension

control 2 to 6

Stitch length
control red
zone

- 2 ,

A: Zigzag foot Stretch Stitch

Pi

H: Straight foot

The Stitch and Its Uses

Topstitching emphasizes the lines of

your garment and keeps seams and

edges flat and crisp.

Accent suits or blouses with one or

two rows of topstitching around the

outer edges of cuffs, lapels or collars.

SECTION '3. LEARN THE STITCHES

I

Here's How

1.

Lower the presser foot.

2.

Keep the edge of the fabric next

to the right edge of the presser

foot.

3.

Guide the fabric evenly along this

edge to produce an even row of

topstitching 5/8" from the edge.

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