Blind hem stitching, Shell stitch – SINGER 5160 User Manual

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S I N G E R

Blind hem stitching

Blind stitching is ideal for finishing hems, replacing
manual sewing.

RECOMMENDED INITIAL SETTINGS

Pattern; Blind hem stitch (letter C in the pattern

selector dial)

Needle position: Center
Stitch width: Adjustable

Stitch length: 2-3

Foot: Blind hem foot

1. Fold hem and baste 1 /4” from edge (illustration 1).

2. Fold the back of hem as shown in illustration 2.

3. Place folded hem under presser foot and adjust the

guide of the foot to the desired distance (illustra
tion 3).

4. Turn the cloth to the right side (illustration 4) and

press.

Shell stitch:

Pattern; E
Length: 4

Sew along right side of folded edge so that the needle
drops on outside right edge of fabric to form shell.