Freehand monogramming, Applique – SINGER W312 Old User Manual

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FREEHAND MONOGRAMMiNG

For giving garments and linens a per­

sonalized touch, first transfer the design

to the right side of the fabric. An
embroidery hoop is recommended es-
peciaiiy for soft fabrics and toweling,

tn order to monogram, you must move

the fabric siovvly and run the machine
rapidly, Monogramming is like writing by
moving the paper under a stationary pen.

Guide the fabric slowly so that the zigzag

falls close together like a satin stitch, but
be careful that the stitches do not pile up.
When guiding from side to side, move
fabric slightly faster to avoid a heavy
area.

Practice by forming loops. Once this Is
accomplished any letter is easy.
Sometimes the use of paper or non-woven
interfacing under the fabric may make
guiding the fabric easier. The paper or
interfacing may be torn or cut away at
the completion of the monogram.When

monogramming towels, cellophane plac­

ed on the top will help cover loops and

make the monogram smooth. Pull or cut

away remaining cellophane when finish­
ed.

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Feed Dog: Down
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APPLIQUE

Applying

decorative

shapes

of

fabric

scraps to household articles and clothing
is a very interesting way of trimming an
otherwise plain article. First, trace the

design on fabric to be eppliqued, then
pin or baste it securely in place on
garment. With a small straight stitch or

narrow zigzag sew around the, traced

design.

After excess fabric is trimmed away, sew

around the applique with a satin stitch
or short length zigzag stitch. For a smooth

curve, stop frequently at the inside edge

of the curve to pivot the fabric slightly.

Corners look much better when the

point is stitched by pivoting rather than
just turned.

As With oM decorative stitches, paper may
be used to give more body to the fabric

when stitching and can be torn away
when the apphque is completed.

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Step 1
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Length: 1

Width; 0-1

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Step 2
Selector;

Length: Near 0

Width: 1-4

Feed Dog: UP

Pressure; Full

Foot: Alt Purpose

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