SINGER 719 - Manual (Page 3)

Contents
1. Getting to Know Your (Machine.................................................................................................................... 2
Principal Parts and What They Do................................................................................................................... 3
Accessories .................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Getting Ready lo Sew.................................................................................................. -................................. 7
Preliitunary Steps ............................................................................................................................................ 7
Choosing Needle and Thread.......................................................................................................................... 8
Threading the Machine....................................................... *.................................................................... 9
Winding the Bobbin ♦ Threading the Bobbin Case • Threading the Needle • Raising
Bobbin Thread
3. Tips on Stitching.................................................................................................................................................. 14
Adjusting Dials................................................................................................................................................ 14
Sewing a Seam.............................................................................................................................................. 17
Pin Basting • Placing Fabric • Starting a Seam • Guiding and Supporting Fabric « Keep­
ing Seams Straight ♦ Turning Square Corners * Curved Seams ♦ Reinforcing End of Seam
4. Sewing the Professional Way................. ......................................................................................................... 21
Sewing Knit and Stretch Fabric................................................................................................................... 21
Construction Details .................................................................................................................................... 23
Zippers ...................................................................................................................................................... 23
Corded Seams........................................................................................................................................... 23
Monograms and Decorative Designs........................................................................................................... 24
Darning........................................................................................................................................................... 26
5. Caring for Your Sewing Machine ...... ................................................................................................................. 26
Cleaning the Machine...................................................................................................................................... 26
Removing Covers, Bobbin Case, and Bulb.................................................................................................. 27
Performance Checklist.................................................................................................................................. 30
6. Fashion* Aids....................................................................................................................................................... 31
Index............................................................................................................................................................................ 32