SINGER 1280 - Manual (Page 43)

Stitch Usage
The stitch most commonly used in apo^^dué is a pia^n
zig-zag. Cioseiy spaced to form a satin stitch. The
Width of this stitch can be varied to accommodate
fabrics of different weaves and textures. Other stitch
patterns can also be used.
Preparation
Make a test sample to decide which of the fonowing
methods i$ the most appropriate tor your fapric and
design. Mark design on piece of fabnc to be appHquec.
Cut out design leaving about 2 cm (3/4 inch) margin
aH around. Position the design. Baste it to the fabnc.
Method 1
♦ Select oanern and adjust stitch width dial for desired
appiiQue stitch. Adjust stitch length to fine setting,
between 1 and 0.
* Foriow the outer edge of the design with a decora^
tive stitch.
• Tnm away the excess fabric on the outer edges of
the stitching.
Method 2
♦ Select straight stitch.
♦ Outline the entire design with a short stitch.
♦ Trim raw edges to the stitching and remove basting.
* Select stitch pattern and stitch width desired, and
set stitch length on a satin stitch setting for a doseiy
spaced stitch, between 1 and 0.
* Stitch, following the straight stitch outline. This
method will produce a smooth overedged finish.
With no raw edges to be tnmmed after stitching.
Method 3
• Purchasec rriotsfs can be appiíduéd quickly and
easily by using either a straight or decorative stnch.
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