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Smocking
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Pattern selector:
D
w
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
e
Thread tension:
1–4
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Stitch length:
S.S.
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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3/8
˝
(1 cm)
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Use a lightweight fabric (tricot, for example).
Fold and stitch on the bias.
When the needle swings to the right, allow the
needle to just clear the folded edge of the fabric.
After stitching, open the fabric and iron press
the tucks
fl
at to one side.
NOTE:
Increase the needle thread tension to form
prominent tucks.
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SECTION V. DECORATIVE STITCHING
Shell Tuck
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Pattern selector:
G
w
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
e
Thread tension:
6–8
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Stitch length:
2–3
