Hemstitches - ELNA eXcellence 720 Instruction Manual

Hemstitches

Hemstitching, also known as French hand sewing,
was traditionally only a hand sewn art. There are
several stitches to choose from that will add an
"old world charm". Best results require the use of
linen, cotton or a blend of linen/cotton.
Thread machine, needle and bobbin with a fine
cotton embroidery thread (50 weight or finer).
Insert a universal needle size #100, #110 or a wing
needle (see cautions below). Use spray starch
and press to stabilize fabric.
Attach satin stitch foot F.
CAUTION: Only insert a wing needle when sewing
the stitches listed below. A wing needle is wider
than a regular needle. Hand turn the flywheel a few
times to ensure needle does not touch needle plate.
If needle touches needle plate, narrow the stitch
width.
CAUTION: Built-in needle threader does not
function if a wing needle is inserted.
051 Daisy
052 Point de Paris or Pinstitch
053 Turkish
054 Venetian or Entredeux
055 Rhodes
056 Square
057 Rickrack
058 Filigree
059 Mesh
Draw design lines with a washable fabric marker.
Sew slowly over design lines.
Troubleshooting Tip: Adjust fine adjustment screw
until needle precisely penetrates each repeat hole.
See page 40.
Remove wing needle after sewing is complete.
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