SINGER W1717 User Manual

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a; Correct seam.

(b; Needle is catching edge of fold

too much.

(C; Needle is not catching edge of

fold at all.

Elastic Blind Hem Stitch

For elastic materials, set machine
as shown and sew in the same
way as for normal blind hem
stitch.

11. STRETCH SEAMS

A ball point needle is essential.

Paper may be laid under knits for

smoother feeding.

(a Medium-

weight fabrics

double knit, jersey.

Apply elastic triple stitch.

b Light-weight

fabrics

Apply small zigzag. Reduce upper

and lower thread tension.

(c) For Very elastic fabrics

spandex (power net)

Use lapped or abutted seam.

Apply multiple zigzag.

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