Bridging Stitches; Cross Hem Stitch; Light-Knit Mending Stitch (Model 2044) - Pfaff expression 2034 Instruction Manual

Bridging stitches —8 or 14
The bridging stitch creates a hemstitching effect. It is often
used for connecting two finished fabric edges.
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Finish the fabric edges and press the seam allowance
to the wrong side.
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Place the fabric under the presser foot with the edges
approximately 1/8 inch (3 mm) apart.
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Stitch from the right side of the fabric, making sure that
the needle catches the fabric on the right and left sides.
Tip: To make guiding the fabric easier use the bridging
guide (special accessory). It is available in 3 mm and 5
mm widths. The small post on the bottom of the guide
is inserted in the small hole at the front of the needle
plate.
Light-knit mending stitch
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23
(Model 2044)
The light-knit mending stitch is a stretchy covering stitch.
It is very suitable for overstitching cuff and collar seams in
stretch materials, especially for sportswear.
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Finish the sportswear as directed in the pattern.
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Now the seam allowance can be overstitched from the
right side of the garment. This will add strength and keep
the seams falt.
Cross hem stitch —20
This highly elastic stitch is very suitable for decorative hems.
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Fold the hem allowance to the reverse side.
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Stitch the hem from the right side of the fabric. Trim any
excess hem fabric up to the stitching.
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