Silvercrest SNMD 33 A1 - Manual (Page 85)

GB / IE 85
Buttonhole foot
Preparation:
Note:
To prepare the fabric:
Tips:
Remove the presser foot and attach the
buttonhole foot (d). Adjust the stitch length dial (5)
to between "0.3" - "1". The density of the stitch
depends on thickness of the fabric.
Always test sew a buttonhole.
Measure the diameter of the button and add
0.3cm (1/8") for the bartacks. If you have a very
thick button, add more to the diameter
measurement. Mark the position and length of
the buttonhole on the fabric. Raise the needle to
its highest position.
Position the fabric so that the needle is on the
mark that is furthest from you.
Push the buttonhole foot (d) towards you as far
as it will go. Lower the foot.
A. Turn the stitch selector dial (7) to "
". Sew at
moderate speed until you reach the end mark.
Raise the needle to its highest position.
B. Turn the stitch selector dial (7) to " " and
sew 5-6 bar tack stitches. Raise the needle to
its highest position.
C. Turn the stitch selector dial (7) to " " and
sew the left side of the buttonhole to the mark
at the end which is further from you. Raise the
needle to its highest position.
D. Turn the stitch selector dial (7) to " " and
sew a few bar tack stitches. Raise the needle
to its highest position.
Lift the foot. Remove the fabric from under the
foot and separate the threads. Draw the upper
thread through the fabric to the ear and knot the
upper and lower threads. Cut the centre of the
buttonhole with the stitch ripper (n), being careful
not to cut the stitches on either side.
- Slightly reduce upper thread tension (3) to
produce better results.
- It is recommended that you use a backing
material such as yarn or fleece for fine, stretchy
or knitted fabrics. The zigzag stitch must sew
over the yarn (E).
Stitch Stitch width Stitch length
5 0.3~1
Sewing basics
A B C D
E
0.3
Stitch length