Singer 650 Manual page 68

Decorative Hems
If you use the henmmer foot and choose a
zig-zag Stitch pattern, you can turn and deco-
rate a narrow hem in a single operation.
This time-saving finish is especially suited to
ruffle edges, aprons and lingerie finishes.
Stitch Pattern Selectors:
Any basic pattern
Stitch Width Selector: 2-5
Throat Plate: General Purpose
Narrow Hemmer
Follow same steps as for plain hems.
Hemming with Lace
Stitch Pattern Selectors: DL
Stitch Wldth Selectcr: 3
Throat Plate: General Purpose
Narrow Hemmer
Lace Applied Over Hem
Fold and start the hem in the usual way.
Starting about I inch (25 mm) down from the
end of the lace, place the salvage under the
needle and lower needle to hold lace firmly.
Raise the foot slightly and slip the lace
under the back portion of the foot, without
disturbing the position of the fabric. Stitch
slowly, guiding the fabrr
with the rght
Z
hand, the lace with the le t, Take care not
to stretch the lace.
Lace Applied Under Hem
When using lace underneath the fold of a
hem, the procedure is th same as when
making a hemmed seam.
Slip the lace in
from the left as you would the second piece
of fabric. This method is used where a neat
finish is desired on both sides of material.
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