Straight Stitching - Singer WORKBOOK SCHOOL MODELS Workbook

Straight Stitching

The Straight Stitch is generally used to join seams or do topstitching. It is
the most basic of the stitches and is the most commonly used. For a
longer stitch or for thicker fabrics, lengthen the stitch using the Stitch
Length Dial.
Machine Set-Up:
Stitch:
Stitch Width:
Stitch Length:
Presser Foot:
Needle Position:
Materials:
(2) 4" x 4" pieces of cotton, right sides together
Procedure:
Place fabrics under the foot, matching the raw
edges with the 5/8" seam guide.
Sew the length of the fabric.
Use the Reverse Lever to reinforce the seam.
Straight Stitch
0, no width
3-4
Standard Foot
Center
1