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SECTION 4. UTILITY STITCHES
Basic Zigzag
Machine setting
q
Stitch pattern: C
w
Stitch length:
0.5 – 3
e
Thread tension: 2 – 5
r
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot A
Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for
overcasting, sewing on buttons etc.
Adjust the stitch length to suit your sewing needs.
NOTE:
Use a stabilizer for stretch fabrics such as tricot
and knits to prevent puckering.
Overcasting
Machine setting
q
Stitch pattern: C
w
Stitch length:
1 – 2
e
Thread tension: 3 – 7
r
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot A
The zigzag stitch is used on the seam allowance to
prevent fabric from fraying at raw edges.
w
e
r
q
w
e
r
q
