Zigzag Stitching; Overcasting - Kenmore 1240 Instructions Manual

ZIGZAG STITCHING
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SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial ._o _/,l(Model 1250 only)
Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top
(Model 1250)
Red dot to the
left(Model 1240)
Stitch Width Control - 2 to 5
Stitch Length Control-Any setting except
White Dot
Zigzag Stitch Foot
This type of stitching greatly expands
the use of your machine. This is the
feature that enables you to overcast
seams,, applique and monogram.
Simply use the settings indicated in the
illustration for the simple zigzag. Follow
directions given below and in the
following pages for more specific uses.
Fig. 1
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OVERCASTING
This is one of the more frequently used
zigzag stitches in garment construction.
You may want to overcast along the raw
edge of each seam allowance or fold the
raw edge toward the garment and
stitch.
Fig. 1 shows the raw edge finished.
Fig. 2 illustrates the folded edge stitch-
ed.
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
just short of the outside edge. Raw or
worn edges of older garments can be
overcast to prevent further raveling.