SINGER W1240 - Manual (Page 25)

UNDERSTITCHING FACINGS
The multiple stitch zigzag is an excellent choice
for understitching and eliminating bulk in facing
seam allowances. .
After attaching the facing to the garment, trim
and clip the seam allowance as usual. Press the
seam allowances toward the facing and use the
multiple stitch zigzag close to the seam, stitching
through the facing and the seam allowances.
Using a matching thread, the stitch will blend in­
to the fabric and prevent excess bulk. This is
much more successful than a straight stitch for
understitching. It really helps to keep the facings
from rolling.
Note: Try Smocking Stitch for knits.
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Length: 1-2
Width: 4-5
Feed Dog: AA
Pressure: Normal
Foot: All Purpose
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DECORATIVE EFFECTS
As with the blind hem stitch, the multiple stitch
zigzag can be used for many decorative combi­
nations. If the stitch is pivoted when the needle
reaches the far left or right of its swing, and the
points are carefully matched, a tracery diamond
shape results.
On the other hand, if rows of the multiple stitch
zigzag are sewn with the points falling directly
under each other, a wavy pattern is produced.
Flowers may also be produced. Start in center;
pivot at points shown. Add four more petals if
desired.
Pattern: ,'VV\
Length:
1-2%
Width: 3-5
Feed Dog: ▲▲
Pressure: Normal
Foot: All Purpose
Pattern Selector. 4
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