Practical overlocking
> Turn the fabric away from the presser foot to the left.
> Lower the presser foot and sew over and beyond the fabric.
10.12 Sewing a hem
Coverstitch is ideal for hems in stretchy and knit material.
Prerequisite:
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> Mark the hem depth (wrong side on wrong side) and press the hem.
> the fabric under the presser foot, right side up.
> Guide the edge of the hem along one of the markings on the coverstitch insert and sew.
> Cut back any excess seam allowance.
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The machine is set for a coverstich.
– The hem is sewn and finished on the wrong side at the same time.