SINGER 6217 - Manual (Page 35)

OVEREDGED SEAMS
Seams in knit and stretch fabric can be
joined and finished in one operation. Two
different methods may be used. Method
No. 1 is recommended for firm fabrics
where a 6mm (1/4”) seam allowance Is
adequate. Method No. 2 Is recommended
for bulky knits and fabrics that have a
tendency to curl or fray and where a wider
seam allowance is needed for support.
Make a test sample to help you decide
which method is best for your fabric and
garment. Remember to use a Catalog 2045
ball-point (yellow band) needle if you are
sewing a synthetic knit.
Required settings
Stitch Selection: Overedged Seams
No. 11
Needle Position: <
Stitch Width: i 111¥
Stitch Lenght: At dot (•)
Foot: Special Purpose (J)
Needle Plate: General Purpose (A)
Method No. 1 — OveredgJng
1. Cut and fit the garment, allowing for a
1.6cm (5/8”) seam allowance. Baste
seam line.
2. Trim seam edge evenly to a scant 6mm
(1/4”) from seam line basting.
3. Place seam under the presser foot so
that the straight stitches fall on the
basted seam line and zig-zag stitches
toward the seam edge, as illustrated.
Method No. 2 — Mock Overedging
1. Cut and fit garment, allowing for a
1.6cm (5/8”) seam allowance. Baste
seam line.
2. Place seam under presser foot so that
the straight stitches fall on the basted
seam line and zig-zag stitches toward
the seam edge.
3. Press after stitching and trim away
excess fabric to produce a narrow
seam edge. When seam supports the
garment, omit the trimming step.
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