Sears KENMORE 385. 17928 User Manual
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Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching
Set the Machine
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Stitch width
control 3 to 5
Top thread tension
control 3 to 6
Stitch length
control brown
stretch stitch
position
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The Stitch and Its Uses
Use this stitch when you want a
narrow 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 fabrics where you
want a narrow seam. It is also great
for sewing spandex swim wear.
Here's How
Place the fabric under the presser
foot so that the stitches are made
over the edge.
NOTE:
When using stretch knit
fabric, use a blue stretch
fabric
needle
which
effectively
prevents
skipped stitches.
garments.
1.
Mark the elastic into quarters and
match these to the center front,
center back and side seams.
2.
Place the middle of the elastic
under the center of the presser
foot and stitch into place, making
sure the elastic is evenly distri
buted.
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