SEWING THE STITCHES
c
To make rows of shell tuck stitches, fold the
fabric in half along the bias.
Memo
• Use a thin fabric.
d
Attach presser foot "J". Set the needle drop
point slightly off the edge of the fabric, and
start sewing.
a Needle drop position
S-44
e
Unfold the fabric, and iron the tucks to one
side.
Memo
• To make shell tucks at the edge of a collar
or neckline, follow the pattern's instructions
and then use this stitch to make a
decorative finish on the collar or neckline.
Scallop Stitches
This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop
stitch. Use this stitch to decorate the edges of
blouse collars and handkerchiefs or use it as a hem
accent.
Memo
• A temporary spray adhesive may be
necessary for lightweight fabrics. Test sew
the fabric before sewing a project.
a
Select
.
Memo
• For details on each stitch, refer to the
"STITCH SETTING CHART" on page S-62.
b
Attach presser foot "N". Sew scallop
stitches along the edge of the fabric.
*
Do not sew directly on the edge of the fabric.