Zigzag Stitch; Satin Stitch - Medion MD 17187 User Manual

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6.11.2. Zigzag stitch

The zigzag stitch is one of the most commonly used stitches. It can be used for
many different things, for example hemming, appliqué, and monograms.
Before you use the zigzag stitch, sew a few straight stitches to reinforce the
seam.
Presser foot: ..................................................................................................Standard foot
Programme: ................................................................................................................. 4 to 7
Stitch length: ............................................................................................................ 0.5 to 4
TIPS FOR ZIGZAG STITCHES
For a better zigzag stitch, the upper thread tension must be looser than for
straight stitches.
The upper thread should be slightly visible on the underside of the fabric.

6.11.3. Satin stitch

Satin stitch, a zigzag stitch in which the stitches are very close together, is par-
ticularly suitable for appliqué, monograms, and various decorative stitches.
Programme selection as for the normal zigzag stitch.
Presser foot: .................................................................................................. Standard foot
Programme: ............................................................................................................. 4 and 5
Stitch length: ................................................................................................................1 to 2
TIP
When using this stitch you should loosen the upper thread tension a little. The
wider the stitch, the looser the upper thread tension should be. If you are sew-
ing very thin or soft fabrics, you should place a thin piece of paper under the
fabric and sew this too. This prevents stitches being missed and the material
gathering.
6.11.4. Reverse blind hemming
Use this type of stitch to clean up edges.
Presser foot: ..................................................................................................Standard foot
Programme: ........................................................................................................... 8 and 11
Stitch length: ................................................................................................................1 to 3
6.11.5. Zigzag with three stitches
Use this type of stitch to clean up edges.
Presser foot: ..................................................................................................Standard foot
Programme: ....................................................................................................................... 10
Stitch length: ................................................................................................................1 to 3
6.11.6. Overlock stitch
Use this type of stitch to clean up edges.
Presser foot: ..................................................................................................Standard foot
Programme: ....................................................................................................................... 14
Stitch length: ................................................................................................................1 to 3