SINGER W1240 - Manual (Page 29)

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APPLICATIONS OF THE STRETCH BLIND HEM
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HEMMING
The stretch blind hem stitch gives a stretchy,
durable hem finish to knit fabrics. The two tiny
zigzag stitches enable the hem to stretch with
the fabric. It may also prevent woven fabrics
from raveling. Proceed as for the regular blind
hem stitch on page 125).
Pattern:
, Length:1-2
Width: 4-5
Feed Dog: AA
Pressure: Normal
Foot: All Purpose
Pattern Selector:
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EDGING , ^
The stretch blind hem stitch can be used as an
edging, like the blanket stitch done by hand. By
using a fairly short stitch length, the stitches lie
very close together. It can be used for over­
casting and finishing the edges of tablecloths,
napkins and ruffles. The edge may be turned up
about 1/2 inch and then overcast with the
stretch blind hem. Cord or pearl cotton may be
used to give a raised effect to the stitches.
Simply place 2-4 strands of pearl cotton or em­
broidery floss under the foot and stitch over it.
Pattern: /WvW,
Length: 14
Width: 4-5
Feed Dog:
Pressure: Normal
Foot: All Purpose
Pattern Selector: 6
EYELASH BUTTONHOLE
A unique way of reinforcing buttonholes on
loosely woven fabrics or buttonholes in which
the stitches have been accidently cut, is to over­
cast them with a short stretch blind hem stitch.
Overcast each side of the buttonhole so the far
right stitch falls into the opening of the button­
hole and the small zigzag stitches cover the
previous buttonhole side. On completion of one
side of the buttonhole, pivot the fabric with the
needle at the far right in the opening of the
buttonhole at the bartack. Sew up the other side
in the same manner.
Pattern:
Length: 14
Width: 4-5
Feed Dog:
Pressure: Normal
Foot: All Purpose
Pattern Selector:
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