SINGER W1213 - Manual (Page 19)

Vn. Applications of the Straight Stitch
Seams
The normal stitch length for most fabrics is 2,
but the length chosen should depend on. the
fabric and area of usage. Usually, heavier
fabrics require longer stitches, and lighter
weight fabrics require shorter stitches. For
curved seams and bias cut areas use a shorter
stitch length to add strength and elasticity to
the seam.
basting/ lopstitching
Sewing a seam with a longer stitch is useful
for temporary seams prior to fitting. Basting
stitches also may be used when gathering in
fullness.
Topstitching can be done very effectively
with the long straight stitch. For a bolder
stitch, two threads of the same type can be
threaded through one needle (size 14 or 16).
A heavier thread such as buttonhole twist
may be used for topstitching, but be sure to
use a larger needle (size 16 or 18). (Fig.60)
Darning
Worn spots or small holes can be darned very
easily. Use of an embroidery hoop is optional
depending on the fabric. (Fig.61) A fine
thread is recommended so that the fabric
and thread will blend together invisibly. When
you use a fine thread, loosen upper thread
tension slightly.
Trim the ragged edges from the area to be
darned. Hold the threads to start, then move
the fabric slowly backwards and forwards
while running the machine very fast to fill the
area. More professional results will be attained
by moving the fabric in a figure eight pattern
while sewing. After filling in the area
lengthwise, reweave with crosswise stUches in
the same manner.
Elastic Thread Shirring
Wind elastic thread onto bobbin, (Fig.62) as
shown, letting the thread pass through your
fingers. The thread should be wound smooth­
ly without stretching. Place bobbin in case as
usual, being sure that the elastic is drawn
through the tension. Use regular thread on
the top of the machine. Do a trial run on the
chosen fabric to test length of stitch. Lay a
piece of paper under the fabric to keep it
from gathering up as you sew. This will
enable you to sew many parallel rows of
stitching without difficulty. Afterwards tear
out the paper and the fabric will be gathered.
(Fig.63)
Pattern - M
Length - 1 -3
Width - 0
Needle Position - M
Feed Dog — High or Low
Pressure - 3-5
Foot - Straight Stitch or
,411 Purpose
Pattern - M
Length - 4
Width - 0
Needle Position - L or M
Feed Dug — Highi or Low
Pressure - 3 — 5
Foot - All Purpose
60
Pattern - M
Length - 0
Width - 0
Needle Position - M
Feed Dog - Low
Pressure - 0
Foot - All Purpose or
Embroidery
Pattern - .M
Length 2........... a
Width - 0
Needle Position - M
Feed Dog - nign
Pressure - 5
Foot - .411 Purpose
62
1
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63
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