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Useful Sewing Tips
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Release the presser foot locking pin (black button).
The presser foot remains level, allowing the fabric to
be fed.
After the seam is sewn, the presser foot will return to
its original angle.
Memo
• You may find adjusting the [Presser Foot Pressure]
in the settings screen helpful on some thick fabrics.
• When [Automatic Fabric Sensor System] in the
settings screen is set to [ON], the thickness of the
fabric is automatically detected by the internal
sensor so the fabric can be fed smoothly for best
sewing results. (page 36)
CAUTION
• If fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inch) thick is
sewn or if the fabric is pushed with too much
force, the needle may bend or break.
Sewing thin fabrics
When sewing thin fabrics such as chiffon, the stitching
may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed
correctly. Move the needle (be sure to use a fine needle) to
the furthest left or right hand position so that the fabric
does not get pulled down into the feed dog area. If this
occurs or there is shrinkage of the stitching, place non-
woven water-soluble stabilizer under the fabric and sew
them together.
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1 Water-soluble stabilizer
(non-woven)
Sewing stretch fabrics
First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew
without stretching the fabric. If the stitching is misaligned,
place non-woven water-soluble stabilizer under the fabric
and sew them together.
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For best results when sewing on knit fabrics use the stretch
stitches. Also be sure to use a needle for knits (Ball point
needle (gold colored)). The recommended stitches and
their stitch numbers are indicated below.
No.
1-05
1-06
Stitch
Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics
When sewing fabrics that may stick to the presser foot,
such as leather or vinyl fabrics, replace the presser foot
with the walking foot* or non stick foot*.
* Items sold separately with some models, please contact
your authorized Brother dealer.
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If the leather or vinyl fabric sticks to the flat bed
attachment, sew with copy paper or tracing paper placed
on top of the flat bed attachment so the fabric moves
smoothly.
If the paper is positioned so that it does not cover the
needle plate, the paper will not be sewn together with the
fabric.
1 Copy paper or tracing paper
Note
• When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed
between slow and medium.
• When using the walking foot, test sew on a scrap
piece of leather or vinyl that is to be used in project
to make sure foot does not leave any marks.
1 Basting
1-13
1-14
2-13
1 Leather
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