Stretch st itches (continued) – Sears 385. 17526 User Manual

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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

Stretch St itches (Continued)

• Overcast Stretch Stitching

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Set the Machine

Top thread tension
control 2 to 6

Stitch length

control yellow
stretch stitch
position

Stretch Stitch

A: Zigzag loot

The stitch and Its Uses

This stitch can be used tor sewing a

seam with an overcast finish.
The seam is formed and finished in one
operation. It can be used when you are
making swimwear, ski pants and other
garments that require stretch.

Here's How

Place the raw edge of the fabric to the
LEFT of the needle as shown.

Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric

just short of the outside edge.

Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance after.

Raw or worn edges of older garments

can be overcast to prevent further

raveling.

NOTE: Use a blue stretch fabric

needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.

the area to be smoked.
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.

NOTE: Loosen the top thread tension

to make gathering easier.