Sears 385. 17526 User Manual

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SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

® Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching

o Elastic Stretch Stitch

Use this stitch when you want a narrow

seam that you do not need to press
open flat. It is ideal tor 1/4" seams on

knits or on medium to heavyweight

woven fabrics where you want a narrow

seam. It Is also great for making
spandex swim wear.

Choose this stitch to attach elastic to
garments,

1, Mark the elastic into quarters and

match these to the center front,
center back and side seams.

2. Place the middle of the elastic

under the center of the presser
foot and stitch into place, making
sure

the

elastic

evenly

distributed.