SINGER W510 - Manual (Page 28)

APPLIQUE
Applying decorative shapes of
fabric scraps to household articles
and clothing is a very interesting
way of trimming an otherwise plain
article. First, trace the design on
fabric to be appliqued, then pin or
baste it securely in place on gar­
ment. With a small straight stitch
or narrow zigzag, sew around the
transferred design. (Fig. 75)
After excess fabric is trimmed
away, sew around the applique with
a satin stitch. For a smooth curve,
stop frequently at the inside edge
of the curve to pivot the fabric
slightly. Corners look much better
when the point is stitched by pivot­
ing rather than just turned.
As with all decorative stitches,
paper may be used to give more
body to the fabric when stitching
and can be torn away when the
applique is completed. (Fig. 76)
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Pattern;
Length: 1
Width; 0-1
Feed Dog: Up
Pressure; Normal
Foot; All Purpose
Needle Position; M
Step 2
Pattern:
Length: ’A—Vs
Width: 2-4
Feed Dog: Up
Pressure; No.''mal
Foot: All Purpose
or Embroidery
Needle Position; M
GATHERING OVER A CORD
Ordinary gathering with a basting
stitch often breaks while pulling
in fullness. A small zigzag across a
cord such as crochet thread or
carpet thread, gives a much stronger
cord for gathering fullness into
fabrics. {Fig. 77) Once the gathers
have been stitched in place, the
cord can be pulled out in order to
eliminate bulk. (Fig. 78)
Pattern:
Length; 2
Width: 3
Feed Dog: Up
Pressure; Normal
Foot: Embroidery
Needle Position; L or R
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