SINGER 401A User Manual

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BLIND STITCHED ZIPPER INSERTION

Blind stitching the final step of a zipper in

sertion results in a fine finish that is almost in

visible and comparable to hand sewing. Particu

larly suitable for chiffons, sheers, velvets and all
delicate fabrics where top stitching would be too
harsh*

Allow a seam allowance. Start the insertion

in the usual way, through steps

and 2

(pages

and

63)

but omit final top stitching.

Work from the right side of the garment and

pin the front of the zipper tape into position.

Roll the work over finger to ease fabric and

pin through all thicknesses. Baste about from
seam line to provide guide for blind stitching.
Remove pins.

SELECTOR: BO

RED LEVER: 2V2 OR 3

THROAT PLATE: GENERAL PURPOSE

STITCH LENGTH: 12

ZIPPER FOOT

Set stitch and adjust zipper foot to the right

side of the needle.

Turn garment inside out. Place zipper tape

over feed of machine and turn back the front

section of garment to line of basting, creating a
soft fold. Position work so that the straight line
of stitching is made through front seam allow
ance and zipper tape, and the sideward stitch
pierces a few threads of the fold. Lower presser
bar and stitch slowly. Remove bastings. Press.