SINGER W4910 Euroflair - Manual (Page 26)

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Three-step zig-zag
Check that the needle is in the highest position. Turn
the stitch selector to symbol w". a a
Set the stitch length dial at 1 as a recommended basic
setting.
Three-step zig-zag is suitable for overcasting most fab­
rics, especially stretch, lightweight or loosely woven fab­
rics. It has many advantages compared to ordinary zig­
zag. It is more elastic and will not pucker the edge of the
fabric. It is ideal for sewing terry cloth and is also used
for darning and mending.
Overcasting
Trim the edges of the fabric before overcasting. Make
sure that the needle sews over the edge of the fabric. Let
the edge of the fabric follow the inner edge of the presser
foot. For ordinary fabrics use presser foot A. For over­
casting terry cloth use presser foot B, see illustration.
Sewing terry cloth
Three-step zig-zag will give a strong and attractive
seam when sewing terry cloth. Use presser foot B.
Straight stitch the garment together leaving 1.5-2 cm
(/8 / 4 ') seam allowance. Trim the edges so that they do
not fray. Press the seam allowance open and sew the
edges down against the garment on the wrong side with
three-step zig-zag. Even though the stitching goes right
through to the “right” side of the garment, it is almost
invisible. Even the wrong side looks neat.
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