SINGER 401A - Manual (Page 82)

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BLIND STITCHED ZIPPER INSERTION
Blind stitching the final step of a zipper in­
sertion results in a fine finish that is almost in­
visible and comparable to hand sewing. Particu­
larly suitable for chiffons, sheers, velvets and all
delicate fabrics where top stitching would be too
harsh*
Allow a seam allowance. Start the insertion
in the usual way, through steps 1 and 2 (pages
62 and 63) but omit final top stitching.
Work from the right side of the garment and
pin the front of the zipper tape into position.
Roll the work over finger to ease fabric and
pin through all thicknesses. Baste about from
seam line to provide guide for blind stitching.
Remove pins.
SELECTOR: BO
RED LEVER: 2V2 OR 3
THROAT PLATE: GENERAL PURPOSE
STITCH LENGTH: 12
ZIPPER FOOT
Set stitch and adjust zipper foot to the right
side of the needle.
Turn garment inside out. Place zipper tape
over feed of machine and turn back the front
section of garment to line of basting, creating a
soft fold. Position work so that the straight line
of stitching is made through front seam allow­
ance and zipper tape, and the sideward stitch
pierces a few threads of the fold. Lower presser
bar and stitch slowly. Remove bastings. Press.