SINGER W1213 - Manual (Page 18)

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For the fine delicate fabrics, such as chiffon,
georgette, and tricot, the best results will be
attained by holding the fabnc in front and
back of the needle without pulling on it.
Turning Corners
To pivot at a comer, (Fig.57) leave the needle
in the fabric while on the upswing so that the
stitch
is almost completed, thus preventing
the possibility of skipped stitches m the
comer. Lift the presser foot and pivot the
fabric. Then, lower the presser foot and
continue sewing.
Curved Seams
On a curved seam (Fig. 5 8) use a slightly
shorter stitch length than you are using for
the rest of the seams. For example, if length 2
is being used for the seams, a 1-1/2 stitch
length would be preferred for curves. A
smaller stitch length will add strength and
elasticity to the seam.
When guiding the fabric, keep your fabnc
edge on the etched seam guide line directly
across from the needle rather than on the
forward part of the line. The seam guide may
be used on an angle as shown.
Sewing Across Heavy Seams
When approaching a heavy seam, (Fig.sy)
hold the fabric upwards on an angle so that
the heavy seam falls under the upward curve
of the foot. This will help feed the heavy
seam through the machine.
Ending
Seam/Removal
of Fabric.
Stitch to the edge of the fabric, then hold m
the reverse button and backstitch for a few
stitches to reinforce the end of the seam.
Turn the hand wheel until the take up lever is
in its highest position so that the «titc i
completed and the threads will P^ll freely^
Lift the presser foot and
by drawing the threads to the left and back
kLping them under the foot so as to not
bend the needle. Cut the threads with the
thread cutter on the
back
of the presser bar.
Leave the thread ends three to four inches
long.
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