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The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile
stitches.
It is used for overcasting, mending, appliqué, and also
used as a decorative stitch.
NOTE:
Use interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics such
as knit, jersey or tricot.
Zigzag Stitches
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Stitch pattern:
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Needle thread tension:
2 to 6
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Presser foot:
Zigzag foot A
Altering the stitch width
Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to
increase the stitch width.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to
decrease the stitch width.
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Stitch width adjusting button
Altering the stitch length
Press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting button to
increase the stitch length.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting button to
decrease the stitch length.
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Stitch length adjusting button
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Overcasting with zigzag stitch
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Stitch pattern:
07
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Needle thread tension:
3 to 7
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Presser foot:
Overedge foot C
Place the fabric edge next to the guide on the foot and
sew while guiding the fabric along the guide.
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Guide
CAUTION:
When using an overedge foot, make sure to set the
stitch width at 4.5 or wider, otherwise the needle may hit
the wires on the foot.
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