SINGER W1640 - Manual (Page 26)

1. Turn Stitch Selector (C Fig. 35) to |
2. Turn Stitch Length Dial (A Fig. 35) to longest length.
3. Turn Stitch Width Dial (B Fig. 35) to wider zigzag width.
Smocking can be a very time consuming process when done by hand. However,
you can obtain the same heavy stitched look with your machine, using stitches
with either a single or double needle.
Use for a yoke, insert, or band on baby clothes, little girls' dresses, smocks and
lingerie.
Space rows of stitches on crosswise fabric grain.
OVERCAST STITCH
1. Turn Stitch Selector (C Fig. 35) to |
2. Turn Stitch Length Dial (A Fig. 35) to longest length.
3. Turn Stitch Width Dial (B Fig. 35) to No. 3-5.
Useful for overcasting rough edges of stretch fabric, or sewing narrow seams in
garments. The seam is formed and finished in one operation. Use for sportswear,
bathing suits and hand-knitted garments.
SMOCKING STITCH
BOX STITCH OR ELASTIC STITCH
1. Turn Stitch Selector (C Fig. 35) to |
2. Turn Stitch Length Dial (A Fig. 35) to 1-3.
3. Turn Stitch Width Dial (B Fig. 35) to No. 3-5.
The box stitch is used for special edge finishing and special stretch stitch for sewing
elastic such as sportswear, girdles and other garments that require stretch.
SUPER STITCHS-SWAN, TULIP, DOG STITCH
1. Turn Stitch Selector (C Fig. 35) to or or
2. Turn Stitch Length Dial (A Fig. 35) to longest length.
3. Turn Stitch Width Dial (B Fig. 35) to widest width.
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