Stitch Overview (Model Onyx 15); Utility Stitches; Decorative Stitches - Husqvarna VIKING Onyx 15 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

STITCH OVERVIEW (MODEL ONYX 15)

Utility Stitches

The stitches described in the below chart are utility stitches, used mainly for utility sewing. When sewing, use a thread tension
between 3–5. Always test sew on a piece of scrap fabric, and adjust the tension if necessary.
Straight Stitch
Center Position
Straight Stretch
Stitch
Zigzag Stitch
Multi-Step Zigzag
Stitch
Overlock Stitch
Blind Hem
Stitch
Stretch Blind
Hem Stitch
Slant Overedge
Stitch
Closed Overlock
Stitch
Honeycomb
Stitch
4 1
4-step Buttonhole
3 2

Decorative Stitches

Your machine also features decorative stitches. The stitches not described in the previous chart are decorative stitches. When
sewing the decorative stitches, make sure to use a stabilizer underneath the fabric for better appearance. Use a thread tension
between 3–5. Always test sew on a piece of scrap fabric, and adjust the tension if necessary.
Application
The basic stitch used for sewing. The most common use for a straight stitch is to sew
two pieces of fabric together.
A
Stronger than a regular straight stitch, on stretch knit fabrics, because it locks three
times — forward, backward and forward again. Use it to reinforce seams of sport-
A
swear and for curved seams that take a lot of strain.
A very versatile stitch for decorative sewing, applique, attaching trims, and more.
A
Finish seam allowances to prevent the fabric from unravelling. When seam finishing,
the smaller step of the stitches will help keep fabric more flat than a regular zigzag. It
B
can also be used for mending tears and sewing elastic.
Sew a seam and overcast in one step. For medium and medium/heavy stretch fabrics.
B
Sew hems that are practically invisible from the right side of the fabric. It is used for
skirts, dresses, trousers, curtains, etc, made with non-stretch fabrics.
D
Sew hems that are practically invisible from the right side of the fabric. It is used for
garments and other projects made with stretch knit fabrics.
D
Seam and overcast in one step. For medium and heavy stretch fabrics.
B
Sew decorative hems and overlapped seams, belts and bands. For medium/heavy
stretch fabrics.
B
For elastic insertion, decorative stitching, smocking, couching and hemming.
B
Sew buttonholes on home decór, garments, crafts and more.
C
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