SINGER 514 - Manual (Page 29)

SEWING KNIT ÄND STRETCH FABRIC
When you sow stretch fabrics, choose one of the stitch patterns that sew
stretch into the seam. Four varieties of stitches are available: so you can
choose just the right one for your fabric and sewing job.
For best results, use a SINGER yellow-band needle (Catalogue 2045) with
suitable synthetic or mercerised thread and Increase pressor bar pressure
when you attach elastic or sow synthetics or knits<
Stitch
Straight Stretch
Stitch Width Í
Where to Use
Plain seams that (ptem-opm or
closed construction) Crotch seaming —
Sleeve and gusset insertion—Flexible top*
stitching—Swim and ski suit construction
—Attaching patch pockets—Repairing and
reinforcing seams.
Feggotlng Stitch
Slant Overodge Stitch
Swimsuit seams—Attaching stretch lace
—Ungerle end girdle seams.
Picot edging—Attaching lace and applique.
RIc-Rac Stitch Heavy-duty, alhpurpose stretch
Reversible top-stitch applications. sewing*
GUIDING AND SUPPORTING FABRIC
Most fabrics of stretch or knit construc­
tion need only to be guided in front of
the presser foot when you use one of the
stretch stitches. Simply let the machine
move the fabric to make stitches that give
s-t-r-o-t-c-h to seams. Some fabrics,
however, require support while being
stitched:
# For synthetic knits, apply gontfe ten­
sion by holding seam in front and back
of the presser foot as you sew.
# For elasticised fabric, nylon tricot,
stretch lace, and knits with an unusual
amount of elasticity, apply firm tension
in front and back of the presser foot to
stretch the seam while stitching,
OUIDING AND SÜPPOBTIN0 FABRIC