SINGER W1240 - Manual (Page 37)

APPLICATIONS ULTRA STRETCH
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SEAMING ULTRA STRETCH
On most knits, a 1/4 inch finished seam, such as
stitch and overcast or the overlook stitch, is more
desirable than a 5/8 inch opened seam allowance.
These stitches can create a neater, more profes­
sional finish, eliminate bulky seams, prevent curl­
ing, permit the garment to "give" under stress, and
at the same time they cut down on the amount of
work involved in making a garment. If ever in doubt
as to which of the two stitches to use, test both on
the particular fabric in question and choose accor­
ding to their performance.
The stitch and overcast stitch is excellent for
stretch fabrics such as sweater knits, bathing suit
knits, and cotton knits. It has the greatest strength
and elasticity of all.
For patterns with 1/4 inch seam allowances: Feed
the fabric such that the needle goes over the raw
edge of the fabric when it swings to the right.
For patterns with 5/8 inch seam allowances: Feed
the raw edge of the fabric along the etched guide
line "1/2", then trim away the excess fabric close
to the stitching.
Pattern: jj-siL
Length: 4
Width: 4-5
Feed Dog: AA
Pressure: Normal
Foot: All Purpose
Pattern Selector: 9
Pattern Selector and
Zigzag Width Control Dial
PROCEDURE:
•
Overlock stitching is used for seaming and
finishing the cut edge of knit fabrics, all in one
operation.
• This overlook stitch is especially good for stretch
fabrics such as double knit and jersey and will
give a firm, neat edge finish.
Overcasting
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