Bernina Artista 165 Instruction Manual page 106

32 Darning, mending
Reinforced edges on woven fabrics
Stitch:
Needle:
Thread:
Feed-dog:
Presser foot:
Patches on knits and jersey
Stitch:
Needle:
Thread:
Feed-dog:
Presser foot:
Honeycomb stitch No. 8 or Running stitch No. 4
size and type suitable for the fabric selected
lightweight darning thread
up (sewing position)
Reverse pattern foot No. 1
Reinforcing edges
· good for work clothes, table linen, towels, etc.
· use a cord to match the color of the fabric
Suitable cords
· perle yarn
· fine crochet yarn
· strong hand-sewing thread
· gimp
Sewing
· oversew edges with Honeycomb or Running stitch
· oversew a cord along the edge for added reinforcement
· if necessary, sew a second row somewhat in from the
edge
Jersey stitch No. 14
size and type suitable for the fabric selected
lightweight darning thread
up (sewing position)
Reverse pattern foot No. 1
Covering worn or damaged areas
· particularly suitable for stretchy fabrics, lingerie
Preparation
· do not cut damaged area
· round off the edges of the patch to retain flexibility
· pin and baste to right side
Sewing
· place patch over worn area
· sew over edge
· sew a second row inside the first if desired
· cut away damaged area
TIPS
Knits
· use a new needle to prevent damage of the fabric loops
Sewing stretch fabrics
· if necessary use a stretch needle (130/705 H-S); point
slides easily between the fibers
Prevent stretching
· to prevent the stretching of the seam while being sewn,
reduce the presser foot pressure to suit the fabric
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