SINGER 610U - Manual (Page 22)

FLAT FELLED SEAMS
• Stitch Pattern Selectors : BJ
• Stitch Width Selector : 3
• Stitch Length: 12 to 20 depending on fabric
• Throat Plate: General Purpose
• Presser Foot: General Purpose
Zigzag stitching gives strength and durability to flat
felled seams.
1. Stitch the seam on the right side of the fabric taking
full seam allowance.
2. Press the seam allowance to one side, keeping the
right side of the stitch on top.
3. Trim the under seam allowance to one-half its
width.
4. Turn the upper seam allowance edge evenly over
the trimmed edge, and top-stitch.
SEAMS IN KNIT FABRICS
CURVED SEAM WITH TAPE STAY
• Stitch Pattern Selectors: BJ
• Stitch Width Selector: 2
• Stitch Length : About 20
• Throat Plate: General Purpose
•.Presser Foot: General Purpose
This fine zigzag stitch is ideal for seaming knit fabrics.
It is particularly desirable for underarm seams where
elasticity and give are needed.
For neckline and waistline seams, where a stay is
needed to prevent undue stretching, this same stitch can
be used to apply seam tape. For a flat, smooth finish:
1. If seam is curved, pre-shape tape to fit by steam
pressing.
2. Baste tape in place.
3. Stitch, allowing needle to enter seam tape and seam
allowance alternately.
TEARS
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•Stitch Pattern Selectors: BM
•Stitch '^idth Selector: 2'—5’
• Throdt Plate : General Purpose
• Presser ,Foot: General Purpose
Trim ragged edges.
Place underlay on the wrong side of tear for rein­
forcement. (It is best not to baste or pin the under­
lay, since you will be bringing the edges of the tear
together in the next step.)
Stitch on the right side, bringing the edges of the
tear together.
Shorten stitch length at ends and corners to give
extra strength.
Trim underlay.
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