Smocking; Overcast Stretch Stitching - Kenmore 385. 12708 Owner's Manual

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STfTCHES
Stretch Stitches {Continued)
Smocking
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top thread tension Stitch length control
control 1 to 4 yellow stretch stitch
position
L_J
Zigzag foot
With the stitch length at "4", sew
straight stitching lines 3/8" apart
across the area to be smocked.
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull
the bobbin threads and distribute the
gathers evenly. Secure the threads at
the other end. Sew the decorative
stitch between the gathering stitches,
Pu II out the gathering stitches.
NOTE: Loosen the top thread
tension to make gathering
easier.
Overcast Stretch Stitching
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 1 to 4 control yellow
_._ stretch stitch
position
L_J
Zigzag foot
The Stitch and its Uses
This stitch can be used for sewing a
seam with an overcast finish.
The seam is formed and finished in
one operation. It can be used when
you are making swimwear, ski pants
and other garments that require
stretch.
Here's How
Place the raw edge of the fabric to
the LEFT of the needle as shown.
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
just short of the outside edge.
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
after.
Raw or worn edges of older garments
can be overcast to prevent further
raveling.
NOTE: Use a blue stretch fabric
needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
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