SINGER 1200 Athena - Manual (Page 68)

Topstltching with Leaf Stitch
TOPSTITCHING
A practscaL simple way to accent the lines of a
dress or coat is to place one or more rows of
stitching along collars, lapels, facing edges,
hems, pockets, seams, etc. For a tailored
;ooK, use
sew them
strands
emphasis.
of
ines of regular straight stitching;
with buttonhole twist (or double
regular thread) for added
or decorative interest, use a zlg-
Two-ihread Topstiiching
zag stitch. The even feed foot, available for
separate purchase at your local
SINGER
store, will help you place stitching evenly and
accurately. To keep stitching at an even dis­
tance from the fabric edge, use the seam
guide.
Two-thread TopstitcNfig
Sold, well-defined topstitchlng is produced by
using two strands of regular thread in the nee­
dle instead of a single strand. Ideal for sum­
mer knits, linens, cottons, denims, and vinyls,
two thread topstitchlng is economical and
particularly appropriate for use v/hen a ncn-
lustrous, washable finish is required.
o Select a size 16. Style 2C20 needle for
woven fabric and use a size 14, Style 2045
Yellow Sand needle for knits. Refer to
Fabric, Thread and Needle Chart on page
12.
• Select straight stitching.
»Clip detachable spool pin to thread
guidepost,
o Using the two threads, th.^ead the machine
In the regular way for single-needle stitch­
ing. For best results, use size 50 mercerized
cotton thread or cotton-wrapped polyester
thread.
® Pass threads together into tension discs
and threading points above the needle.
» Cut thread ends diagonally and draw both
through the eye of the needle.
« Make a stitching test to determine the best
stitch length and needle-thread tension. A
long stitch, 2.5 to 4 on your stitch length
dial, is usually best.
® Sew at moderate speed.
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