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Practical stitch seams
Zig-zag Seam
Stitch:
Stitch width:
Stitch length:
Needle:
Thread:
Feed-dog:
Presser foot:
Open seams
Seams which are pressed open
· seam allowance width as wide as desired
· seam lies flat
· seam does not stretch
Suggested stitches:
· straight, narrow zigzag, super stretch, and triple
straight stitch
Application:
· primarily for woven fabrics
· works for most types of sewing projects, including
clothing, home accessories, and crafts
Closed seam (overlock seams)
Seams which cannot be pressed open
· sewn and finished in one operation
· narrow seam allowances
Suggested stitches:
· vari-overlock, double overlock, and jersey
Application:
· primarily for knits and jerseys
· excellent for knit clothing, lingerie, and bed linens
Flat joining seams
Seams where the edges are overlapped and then sewn
· stitching is on the seam allowances
Suggested stitch:
· stretch overlock
Application:
· particularly good for terry cloth
· also good for beachwear, leisure wear, and lingerie
Zig-zag stitch No. 2
approximately 1mm
approximately 0.5mm
universal, ballpoint, or stretch as needed
cotton or polyester
up (sewing position)
Reverse pattern foot No. 1C
Open seam applications
· stitch has more "give" than a straight stitch
· use for knits, outer wear, children's knit clothes
· seam lies flat and is not bulky
· allows a garment to be let out
TIP
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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