Open Seams With Overedge Stitching - Singer WORKBOOK SCHOOL MODELS Workbook

Open Seams with Overedge
Stitching
This technique is ideal for making an unlined garment or when the seam
allowances may show. All the edges are finished prior to construction.
Just like the previous technique, this also prevents raveling of the fabric
and makes a professional finish on woven and knit fabrics.
Machine Set-Up:
Stitch:
Stitch Width:
Stitch Length:
Presser Foot:
Needle Position:
Materials:
(2) 4" x 3" pieces of heavy woven fabric
Procedure:
Place one piece of fabric under the foot, aligning the fabric edge
so that the stitch forms just on the edge of the fabric.
Place the second piece of fabric under the foot, aligning the fabric
edge so that the stitch forms just on the edge of the fabric. Sew.
Change to the Standard Foot and set machine for a straight stitch.
With right sides together, join the two pieces of fabric, with a 5/8" seam
allowance.
Open seam flat and press.
*Depending on model, the Overedge Foot might be optional. Check instruction manual.
Stretch Overedge or Serge Stitch
5
Between 1– 2 (for machine without stretch stitches)
Longest Setting (for machine with stretch stitches)
Overedge Foot* or Standard Foot
Center
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