Shell Stitching; Smocking - Kenmore 3851278191 Owner's Manual

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Shell Stitching (Models 12781 and 12681) Smocking
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 3 to 9 control 1to 2
Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a
blind hem over folded fabric. Several
rows of shell stitching are called shell
tucks.
Shell stitching can be used to finish
hems, sleeve and neck openings.
Shell tucking can be used to create
scalloped tucks on blouses and
lingerie.
Here's How
I. For best effect:
- set the stitch length as you
desire.
- you may need to tighten the
top thread tension slightly.
- allow the needle to just
clear the folded edge of the
fabric when it zigzags.
2. If you sew rows of shell stitches,
space the rows 1/2" apart.
You can sew Shell Stitch on knits or
soft silky wovens in any direction.
Set the Machine
Stitch Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length control
yellow stretch stitch
position
L__J
Zigzag foot
With the stitch length at "4", sew
straight stitching lines 3/8" apart
across the area to be smocked.
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull
the bobbin threads and distribute the
gathers evenly. Secure the threads at
the other end. Sew the decorative
stitch between the gathering stitches.
Pull out the gathering stitches.
NOTE: Loosen the top thread
tension to make gathering
easier.
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