SINGER W1260 - Manual (Page 39)

SEAMING OVERLOOK STITCH
This stitch gives a finished 1/4 inch seam in one
step. For knits, it gives strength and elasticity.to the
seams and prevents the curling of the fabric that
often occurs with 5/8 inch opened seams. It is most
applicable to soft, thin knits such as nylon or
acetate knits, but may be used on other fabrics as
well. Always make test seams with this stitch.
For woven fabric, the overlook stitch gives strength
and prevents raveling. It can be used on woven
goods to replace flat felled or French seams.
For patterns with 1/4 inch seams. Place the raw
edge of the fabric under the presser foot so that as
the needle swings to the right, it comes down at the
raw edge. This will result in an enclosed seam
allowance.
For patterns with 5/8 inch seams:
The seam allowances may be trimmed to 1/4 inch
either before or after sewing. If trimming before
sewing, proceed as above. Otherwise, sew the
seam with the raw edge of the fabric on the etched
guide line "1/2". (Any time you use the full width of
a particular stitch, you should readjust the raw edge
of the fabric 1/8 inch to the left.) Afterward, trim
the excess fabric near the stitching. This method is
actually easier than the overedge method for fabrics
that curl.
Note. On soft, loose knits, the fabric may seem to
wave or ripple, if this occurs, reduce the
pressure. (Page 10 j.
APPLICATIONS OVERLOOK STITCH
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Feed Oog;.^^
Pressure; Normal
Foot: All Purpose
Panern Selector: 11
HEMSTITCHING EFFECT
By using a very large needle and a fine thread an
openwork effect can be attained which is beautiful
for sewing the hems into tablecloths, napkins,
placemats, handkerchiefs, etc. Use a large needle,
size 18 or 20, and a fine cotton thread. Tighten thé
upper tension slightly, until the stitch looks better
on the underside than on top. (You will be sewing
with your fabric face side down.)
Turn up 1 inch then turn up 1 inch again to form a
hem of a double thickne» of fabric. The bulk in cor­
ners can be eliminated by trimming away the ex­
cess, as shown, after having folded the fabric on all
sides. Stitch from the wrong side, so that the
straight stitch forms on the single layer and the
zigzag bites on the double layer. Stitch all the way
to the edge of the fabric along all sides.
Pattern:
Length; 4
Width; 3-5
Feed Dog; A.A.
Pressure: Normal
Foot: All Purpose
Pattern Selector; 1
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