Corded Buttonhole - Bernina Artista 730E Instruction Manual

Corded Buttonhole

Cords
gimp cord reinforces buttonholes and enhances
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their appearance
the loop of the cord should be at the end of the
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buttonhole most subject to wear
position the work accordingly under the presser
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foot
Suitable Cords:
Perle cotton No. 8
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strong hand-sewing thread
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fine crochet yarn
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Buttonholes – Important Information
Attaching the Cord Onto Presser Foot No. 3C
insert the needle at the beginning of the buttonhole
raise the presser foot
hook the cord over the center toe of the foot
place both ends of the cord in the grooves on the
sole of the foot and pull them to the back
lower the presser foot
Sewing
sew the buttonhole in the usual manner, do not
hold the cord tightly
the buttonhole will form over the cord, covering it
TIP
With presser foot No. 3C also round and keyhole
buttonholes can be reinforced with cord.
Attaching Cord in Automatic Buttonhole Foot No. 3A
insert the needle at the beginning of the buttonhole
raise the presser foot
guide the cord under the foot to the right
hook the cord over the pin at the back of the foot