SINGER W6105 - Manual (Page 14)

STRAIGHT STITCHING
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loot
dchine Setting ■
Str:ii(:lit Stitch
loot or
Zig /ag loot
Stitch Stitch Stitch Fabric
I’atteni Width Length teed
1/ 0 Diini Sew
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Stitch Stitcli Slilch U Q
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Hits I S the most usual type of stitching. Use either the straight stitch toot for
greater control or the zig-zag foot. When using the straight stitch foot,
^e sure stitch witjth knob is set for straight stitching to prevent needle'
trom hitting presser foot. F‘<=vem neeaie
Adjust stitch length according to your fabric. 12 stitches per inch (N) is used
tor most fabrics. lengthen stitch for heavier fabrics, multiple layers, and
thicker seams.
Turning a Comer
Slop stitching with needle down in
labric. Raise presser fooi and turn
tabric using needle as a pivot. Lower
presser loot and continue stitching in
new direction.
Reinforcing Ends of Seam
Reinlorce the beginning and end of
seams by backstitching to secure the
threads. Begin ‘A" from fabric edge
and stitch in reverse to edge, then sew
forward to end of seam, then back­
stitch again about Yi". Reinforce point
ot dart in same manner.
Basting
Machine basting is very useful for join­
ing seams tor trial fittings, marking
consiruction guide lines, and basting
pleats and hems.
l*se longest stitch possible, setting
stitch length at 6. Loosen tension on
upper thread. Choose thread color to
contrast with your fabric so it can be
easily seen.
Basting stitches cati be removed easily
by clipping upper thread, then pulling
out lower thread.
Staystitching prevents stretching and
acts as a guideline for clipping and
joining curved edges. Staystitch any
edge that might stretch during handling
before the final stitching.
Staystitch on a single layer of fabric,
always stitchitig in the direction of the
gtain. i^lace slifches 1/8'* away from
scamline in the seam allowance. Use
12 stitches per inch (N) for most
fabrics.