Darts, Single thread darts – SINGER 401A User Manual

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DARTS

Parts provide fit and contour in a garment

and should be accurately stitched.

A str^iight stitch dart (AK 3 ) is usually formed

by stitching from the seam edge, tapering grad
ually to the point, where the last 3 or 4 stitches

parallel the fold. Stitch beyond the fabric to

form a thread chain

to % inch in length.

Tie the thread ends into a single knot close to
the stitching.

SINGLE THREAD DARTS

Darts add styling and interest when stitched

with the fold to the outside of garment. Thread
ends at the point of the dart are eliminated when
the single thread principle is employed.

Unthread the needle. Use the thread leading

off the bobbin and re thread the needle from back
to front. Tie bobbin and upper threads together.
Draw bobbin thread up
through threading points,
winding enough on the
spool to complete a single
dart. Lower the needle into
the very edge of the fold
at the point of the dart.
Take any slack out of the
thread by turning the spool.
Lower the presser foot and
stitch carefully toward the
seam edge.

This method is also ideal

for inside darts in sheer

fabrics as thread ends are

eliminated at the point of
the dart.