Stitch variations and sewing techniques, 2) flatlockina a seam, 24 stitch variations and sewing techniques – SINGER 14ET754 User Manual

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24. STITCH VARIATIONS AND

SEWING TECHNIQUES

How to Sew a Flatlock Decorative Seam

A flatlock stitch is achieved by adjusting the tension

of the 3-thread overlock stitch, sewing the seam and

pulling the fabric apart to flatten the seam.

The flatlock stitch can be used as a construction

and decorative stitch or for ornamentation only.

Machine Set Up__________________________________

• Remove the left or right needle.

• Begin with the machine threaded and tension

balanced for the 3-thread overlock stitch

(page 29 ).

• Loosen the needle thread tension (green or blue)

generously.

• Loosen the upper looper thread tension (orange)

slightly.

• Tighten the lower looper thread tension (yellow)

generously.

(

2

)

Flatlockina a Seam

• Place the fabric wrong sides together to sew a

decorative stitch on the right side of the garment.

• Sew the seam, trimming the excess fabric.

The needle thread (green or blue) will form a V

on the underside of the fabric.

The lower looper thread will pull into a straight

line at the fabric edge.

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Remove

Remove

Needle thread

Upper looper thread

Topside

Needle thread

Lower looper thread

Underside

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