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Practical stitch seams
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Practical stitch seams
Zig-zag seam
Stitch width:
Stitch length:
Feed-dog:
Presser foot:
Open seams
Seams which are pressed open
· seam allowance width as wide as wanted
· seam lies flat
· seam does not stretch open
Suggested stitches:
· straight, narrow zig-zag and super stretch
Application: primarily for woven fabrics
· clothing
Closed seam (overlock seams)
Seams which cannot be pressed open
· sewn and neatened in one operation
· narrow seam allowances
Suggested stitches:
· vari-overlock, double overlock
Application: primarily for knits and jerseys
· excellent for knit clothing, lingerie and bed linens
Flat joining seams
Seams where the edges are overlapped and then over-
sewn
· sewing is on the seam allowances
Suggested stitch:
· stretch-overlock
Application: particularly good for towelling and lycra
Stitch:
Zig-zag No. 2
approx. 1 mm
approx. 0,5 mm
Needle:
universal, ballpoint or stretch as needed
Thread:
cotton or polyester
up (sewing position)
Reverse pattern foot No. 1
Open seam applications
· stitch has more «give» than a straight stitch
· use for knits and outer wear
· seam lies flat and is not bulky
· allows a garment to be let out
TIP
Seam in jersey or knits waves
· to prevent the stretching of the seam while being sewn,
reduce the presser foot pressure to suit the fabric
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