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Smocking
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Pattern selector:
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Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
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Thread tension:
1–4
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Stitch length:
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Stitch width:
5
With the stitch length at “4”, sew straight
stitching lines 1 cm (3/8˝) apart, across the area
to be smocked.
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull the
bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly.
Secure the threads at the other end.
Sew the decorative stitch between the gathering
stitches.
Pull out the gathering stitches.
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Stretch Stitch Patterns
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Pattern selector:
A–E
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Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
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Thread tension:
1–4
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Stitch length:
S.S.
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Stitch width:
5
If forward and reverse feeds become unbalanced
due to the type of fabric, adjust the balance by
turning the stitch length dial as follows:
If patterns are compressed, turn the dial toward
“+”.
If patterns are drawn, turn the dial toward “–”.
(See page 22)
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