Section V, Utility And Decorative; Stitches; Blind Hem Stitch (15208 Exclusive); Lace Work (15208 Exclusive) - Kenmore 385.15208 Owner's Manual

SECTION V. UTILITY AND DECORATIVE
STITCHES
Blind Hem Stitch (Model 15208 exclusive)
(_ Stitch pattern selector: 5 or 6
(_ Presser foot: Zigzag foot
® Needle thread tension: 1 to 4
® Stitch length dial: 1 to 3
(_ Stitch width dia!: 5
6) Lightweight fabric
Heavyweight fabric
® Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric
On heavyweight fabrics that ravel, the raw edge should be
overcast first. Then fold the hem, as illustrated, leaving
1/4"(0,.7 cm) of the hem edge showing.
Position the fabric, so that the needle at its ieftmost posi-
tion just pierces the edge of the fold,
After hemming is completed, press together both sides of
the finished hem, The top side of the fabric should show
only the blind stitches.
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Lace Work (Model t5208 exclusive)
(_ Stitch pattern selector: 5
(_ Presser foot: Zigzag foot
® Needle thread tension: 1 to 4
@ Stitch length dial: 1 to 3
(_ Stitch width dial: 5
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Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and
lingerie, Table linens and pillows become more elegant
when trimmed with lace,
Fold the raw edge of the fabric at least 5/8" (1.5 cm). Place
lace underneath and topstitch with blind hem stitch. Trim
excess fabric close to stitching,
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