SINGER 221-1 Featherweight - Manual (Page 16)

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Binding Curved Edges
Curved edges can be bound as
easily as straight edges, but require
slightly different fabric handling.
Inside Curves
Inside curves are straightened as
they are fed into the binder. If the
fabric is soft and has a tendency to
stretch, reinforce the edge with a
BINDER (Cont’d) single row of stitching before
binding.
Outside Curves
Outside curves tend to lead away
from the center slot of the scroll and
should be guided so that a full seam
width is taken at the needle point.
Do not attempt to pull or straighten
the fabric into the full length of the
THE ZIPPER FOOT
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The zipper foot is designed for accurate placement of
stitches close to a raised edge. The hinged feature of this
foot insures even feeding over pins, heavy layers of
fabric or cross seams. It is attached to the machine in
place of the presser foot, and may be adjusted' to either
side of the needle.
Applications
Zipper insertions Tubular cording
Corded seams Slip cover welting
Preparation
• Attach zipper foot to machine in
place of presser foot.
• Loosen zipper foot thumb screw
and adjust foot to right or left of
needle, as desired.
Align the notch in the toe with the
needle hole in the throat plate.
Check adjustment by lowering
needle into side notch, making
sure it clears the foot.
Lock foot in position by tighten­
ing thumb screw.