Sewing In The Zipper - Bernette B79 User Manual

2022-08 EN 5020079.40A.04

6.4 Sewing in the Zipper

As the fabric feed can be difficult when starting to sew, it is recommended to hold the threads firmly or
to pull the fabric slightly to the back for a few stitches or to sew 1 – 2 cm reverse first.
> Attach the Zigzag Foot (DA).
> Tap «Practical Stitches».
> Select Straight Stitch No. 1.
> Close the zipper length with long stitches.
> Finish the seam allowances individually.
> Iron the seam apart.
> Open the zipper length.
> Baste the zipper under the fabric so that the fabric folded edges meet over the center of the zipper.
> Attach the Zipper Foot (JB).
> When sewing the left-hand side of the zipper, secure the right-hand side of the presser foot pin using the
holder.
> When sewing the right-hand side of the zipper, secure the left-hand side of the presser foot pin using the
holder.
> Sew the left-hand side of the open zipper from top to bottom.
> Close the zipper up to approx. 5 cm from the end.
> Sew over the lower end and the right-hand side of the zipper.
> Stop before the zipper slider.
> Move the needle into the lower position.
> Raise the presser foot.
> Open the zipper.
> Finish sewing the right side.
Practical Stitches
77