3-Step Zigzag; Mending A Tear; Apply 7 Mm (1/4") Elastic - ELNA 6200 Instruction Manual

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3-Step Zigzag

The 3-step zigzag (sometimes called a multiple zigzag)
is used to finish raw seam edges on synthetics and other
fabrics that tend to pucker. This stitch gives a flatter edge
finish than the regular zigzag and is excellent for darning
and mending tears in fabric.
Place the fabric under the presser foot so the needle
swings off the fabric to the right or trim away any excess
fabric.

Mending a Tear

Pull torn edges together and fuse a piece of interfacing
slightly larger than the tear to the wrong side of the
garment.
Decrease stitch length to 0.2 – 0.5.
Begin sewing above the tear. Stitch down the middle,
pulling edges together. Stop sewing just beyond end of
tear. Depending on the tear, you might need to stitch
area 2 or 3 times.
Apply 7 mm (1/4˝) Elastic
Apply elastic in one step without creating a casing.
Evenly stretch the elastic as it is sewn to the fabric.
Increase stitch length to 2.5 or higher.
Mark elastic and fabric into equal parts.
Match marks on elastic to fabric.
Place middle of elastic under center of presser foot and
stitch into place, making sure elastic is evenly
stretched.
NOTE: Apply elastic with Elastic Gatherer (optional
accessory). The elastic gatherer evenly stretches the
elastic as it is sewn to the fabrics. Available in 3 sizes –
8 mm, 10 mm or 13 mm (1/4˝, 3/8˝ or 1/2˝).