Sears 385. 12714 User Manual
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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
® Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching (Model 12714 only}
o Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12714 only)
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
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 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 S/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
after.
NOTE:
When using stretch knit
fabric, use a blue stretch
fabric
needle
which
effectively
prevents
skipped stitches.
Choose this stitch to attach elastic to
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 fabric is evenly distri
buted.
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