SINGER 4022 - Manual (Page 28)

Appliqué
The stitch most commonly used in
applique is a plain /jg~'/ag, closely
spaced to form a satin stitch. The width
of this stitch can be varied to accom­
modate fabrics of different weaves and
textures. Other stitch patterns can also
be used.
Preparation
Make a test sample to decide which of
the foltov/ing metfiods is the most
appropriate for your fabric and design.
Mark design on piece of fabric to be
appliguéd. Cut out design leaving about
2
cm (3./4 inch) margin all around.
Position the design. Baste it to the
fabric.
Method 1
e Select pattern and adjust stitch width
for desired applique stitch. Adjust
stitch length to fine setting, between
1 and 0.'
» Follow the outer edge of tiro design
v^ith a decorative stitcfi.
0 Trim av.'ay the excess fabric on the
outer edges of the stitching.
Method 2
e Select straight stitch,
0 Outline the entire desigrr with a sirort
stitch.
» Trim raw edges to the stitching and
remove basting.
e Select stitch pattern and stitch width
desired, and set stitch length on a
satin stitcii setting for a closely
spaced stitch, between 1 and 0.
e Stitch, following the straigfrt stitcfi
outline. This method will produce a
smooth overedged finish, witfr no raw
edges to be trimmed after stitching.
Method 3
e Purchased motifs can be appliguéd
quickly and easily by using eiUrer a
straigfit or decorative stitch.
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