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Variety of Overcasting Stitches
Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch
q Stitch pattern:
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot:
The zigzag stitch is used on the seam allowance to
prevent fabric from fraying at raw edges.
Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam
allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.
Be careful not to cut the stitches.
Multiple Zigzag Stitch
q Stitch pattern:
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot:
This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and
other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker.
Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam
allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.
Be careful not to cut the stitches.
This stitch is also excellent for darning and mending
tears.
Overedge Stitch
q Stitch pattern:
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot:
This stitch is used to seam and overcast fabric edges at
one time.
Use this stitch when you do not need to open seams flat.
Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam
allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.
Be careful not to cut the stitches.
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