SINGER W8931 - Manual (Page 17)

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CREATIVE EMBROIDERY
Be sure zigzag presser foot and, zigzag needle plate are in place.
TEe satin stitcE, Fig. 22, wiucE is really just a very
short zigzag stitch, and the basis for most embroidery,
obtained by setting the stitch length as near the 0 as pos­
sible without stopping the feeding action.
' Adjusting the stitch width.
^ To stitch continuously at one width of zigzag stitching, set zigzag width stop (Fig. 13) to
O the chosen stitch width number. Should you wish to move freely between any two widths,
such as 2Vo and 5, in doing free-hand embroidery or buttonholes.
The 2V2 width will be produced until the zigzag knob (Fig. 13) is moved to the 5 width.
Embroidery patterns.
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With the machine set for a short stitch length, dif­
ferent designs can be made by turning the stitch width
or zigzag knob back and forth between 0 and 5 or any
other combination of widths. Try setting the stop at 1
and 5, various other numbers.
Set a rhythm for yourself and then proceed. After
a while you will become quite skillful, varying your
designs by the speed of the machine, stitch lengh and
width and the manipulation of the lever.
SAMPLES OF CREATIVE EMBROIDERY
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A. Sew a few stitches at 5 width, then allow knob
to spring back to 0 for a short period. Count, if necess-
ry, to establish a rhythm.
B. Set stop at 2 then move knob slowly between niimbers 2 and 5 rather fast.
C. Set stop at 1. Gradually move knob from 1 to 5, allowing it to snap back quickly.