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Sewing corners
Ensure that you maintain an even distance between the needle and the edge of the fabric when sewing
corners. The corner markings on the stitch plate help you to sew corners more easily. Use a seam
allowance of 1.6 cm and sew until the front edge of the fabric is in line with the corner marking (2). Stop
the sewing machine and turn the handwheel towards you to lower the needle down into the fabric. Raise
the presser foot and turn the fabric around the needle until the edge of the fabric is aligned with the 5/8
line marking. Lower the presser foot and continue sewing in the new direction.
SEAMS
Utility stitches
Utility stitches are used for normal sewing. They are ideal for embroidery, for overcasting fabric edges so
that they do not fray, as well as for hems. They are also used to sew in zips, sew on buttons and sew
buttonholes.
If you have never sewed before, it is best to begin sewing with straight seams. Try to feed the fabric
evenly and keep the seam parallel with the edge of the fabric. If you have succeeded in producing a
parallel, attractive seam, then you have managed to feed the fabric forwards evenly.
Stitch table
Symbol
Name
Straight stitch
Needle position middle
Straight stitch
Needle position left
Zigzag stitch (narrow)
Zigzag stitch (medium)