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Practical stitch hems
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Hems with practical stitches
Visible hem with Jersey stitch
Feed-dog:
Presser foot:
Visible hem with Triple zig-zag stitch
Stitch width:
Stitch length:
Feed-dog:
Presser foot:
Preparation
· press hem and baste if desired
Sewing
· sew hem at desired depth (right side)
· trim surplus fabric (wrong side)
Stitch:
Jersey stitch No.15 virtuosa 153 QE /No.17 virtuosa 163
Needle:
universal, ballpoint or stretch as needed
Thread:
cotton or polyester
up (sewing position)
Reverse pattern foot No. 1
Visible stretch hem
for all types of cotton, wool, synthetic and mixed fiber
jersey
TIP
Knits and jersey
· use a new ball point needle to prevent damaging the
loops
Sewing stretch fabrics
· if necessary use a stretch needle (130/705H-S) =
needle point slides between the fibers
Stitch:
Triple zig-zag No. 6
2,5 –5 mm depending on fabric
basic setting
Needle:
universal or jeans
Thread:
cotton or polyester
up (sewing position)
Reverse pattern foot No. 1
Strong visible seam
for firm, densely woven fabrics, particularly good for
denim and canvas
TIP
Hems on items which are to be washed frequently
· first neaten raw edges and do not trim after sewing
Sewing firm, densely woven fabrics
· use a Jeans needle
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