Shell Tuck; Super Overlock Stitch - ELNA eXcellence 740 Manual

Shell Tuck

Machine settings
Pattern:
Thread tension:
Presser foot:
Foot pressure:
Use a light weight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the
fabric as shown and stitch on the fold.
Allow the needle to just clear the folded edge to create a
shelled edge. You may need to increase the needle
thread tension.
1 Folded edge
If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows at least
1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.
You can also sew shell stitches on knits or soft silky
woven fabrics in any direction.
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Super Overlock Stitch

Machine settings
Pattern:
Thread tension:
Presser foot:
Foot pressure:
This industrial inspired overlock stitch is excellent
for assembling and finishing fabrics together in one
step. Apply ribbing to knits and garment retains its
shape.
Elna invented this stitch in 1982.
Place the fabric edges together under the presser
foot next to the right side edge of the presser foot.
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18 (Utility)
6-8
Satin stitch foot F
7
22 (Utility)
AUTO
Satin stitch foot F
7