Bernina a170 Manual page 105

Elastic Edges
Stitch:
Stitch width:
Stitch length:
Needle:
Thread:
Feed-dog:
Presser foot:
Zig-zag stitch No. 2
approximately 5mm
1 mm – 1.5 mm
size and type suitable for the fabric selected
cotton or polyester
up (sewing position)
Reverse pattern foot No. 1
Elastic edges
· use on knit garments to re-form out-of-shape edges
Sewing
· guide double length of shirring elastic along the edge
of the fabric, stretching the elastic slightly
· oversew the elastic with a zig-zag stitch
· do not sew through the elastic, only over it
· adjust elastic after sewing is complete to regain the
correct shape and size
TIP
Prevent fabrics stretching
· To prevent the fabric from stretching as it is sewn,
reduce the presser foot pressure to suit the fabric
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Darning, mending