Mending, Application of elastic – SINGER 431 User Manual
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MENDING
Zigzag stitching is well suited for all types of
household
mending.
Selector
setting
BQ
provides
a firm, flexible bond for the repair of rents and
tears, and is ideal for the reinforcement and ap
plication of elastic. Stitch length and width are
regulated according to need.
Rent or Tear. Trim away ragged edges. Place
an underlay to the wrong side of the tear for rein
forcement. Using the multiple stitch zigzag (BQ)
follow the line of the tear bringing the edges to
gether. Shorten the stitch length at ends and cor
ners to give extra strength.
Application of Elastic.
Elastic, such as used in
waist
bands,
must
be
stretched as it is applied,
to
ensure
fullness
re
quired in the garment.
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