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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.
Use this stitch to join heavy weight fabrics.
Overlap two raw edges together and use this stitch to join
them.
Smocking
q
Pattern selector:
4
w
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
e
Thread tension:
1–4
r
Stitch length:
STRETCH
t
Stitch width:
5
Box Stitching
q
Pattern selector:
8
w
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
e
Thread tension:
1–4
r
Stitch length:
0.5–2
t
Stitch width:
5
q
1 cm (3/8")
Note:
Loosen the needle thread tension to make gathering easier.
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STRETCH
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S
0
5
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STRETCH
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