SINGER 611 - Manual (Page 67)

0ARTS
Darts provide fit and contour in a garment and
should be accurately stitched.
A straight stitch dart (AK 3) is usually formed
by stitching from the seam edge, tapering gradually
to the point, where the last 3 or 4 stitches parallel
the fold. Stitch beyond'the fabric to form a thread
chain V
2
to V-4 inch in length. Tie the thread ends
into a single knot close to the stitching.
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SINGIB THREAD DARTS ,
Darts add styling and interest when stitched with
the fold to the outside of garment. Thread ends
at the point of the dart are eliminated when the
single thread principle is employed.
Unthread the needle, use the thread leading off
the bobbin and rethread the needle from back
to front. Tie bobbin and upper threads together.
Draw bobbin thread up through, threading points,
winding enough on the spool to complete a single
dart. Lower the needle into the very edge of the
fold at the point of the dart. Take any slack out of
the thread by turning the spool. Lower the presser
foot and stitch carefullv toward the seam edae.
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This method is also ideal for inside darts in sheer
fabrics as thread ends are eliminated at the point
of the dart.
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