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Gathering
Set the Machine
NOTE:
Steps 3 and 4 are for 5/8" seam allowances. For other widths, adjust
your fabric accordingly.
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3.
Sew the first row of stitches with the right edge of Foot A on the edge of
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the fabric,
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4.
Sew the second row with the right edge of Foot A following the first row
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Press
5.
Using both hands, pull the bobbin threads from each end of the fabric until
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6.
Knot the threads at each end and even out the gathers.
Here's How (for light weight fabrics, ruffles and flounces)
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1.
Set your stitch length at "4.5".
2.
Secure your gathering rows at the beginning.
3.
Stitch two rows, as in steps 3 and 4 for medium weight fabrics,
The Stitch and Its Uses
4.
Do not lock the threads at the end of your stitching rows.
Use this stitch to gather trims, skirts, sleeves at the top, smocking or any time
5
Pull the bobbin threads to produce the fullness you desire.
you want more fullness, You will need two rows of stitches,
6.
Knot the threads and even out the gathers.
Here's How (for medium weight fabrics and tight, firm gathers)
1.
Set the stitch length to "4.0".
2.
Loosen the needle thread tension to "2" or as desired.
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