Gathering - Bernina Bernette 20 Instruction Manual

Gathering

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Basic Sewing Procedures
* The gathering foot accessory is optional. It is
not included with this machine.
Gathered fabric
Remove the presser foot holder and attach
the gathering foot, lowering the tension
setting to below 2.
Place fabric to be gathered under presser
foot to the right of the presser foot. Sew a row
of stitching, keeping the raw edge of fabric
aligned with the right edge of foot.
The stitches automatically cause the fabric to
gather. Suitable for light to medium weight
fabrics.
To gather and attach gathered fabric in
one step
Look closely at the gathering foot to see a
slot on the bottom.
When using the slot, you can gather the
bottom layer of the fabric while attaching it to
a flat top layer, such as the waistband on a
dress bodice.
1. Remove the presser foot holder and
attach gathering foot.
2. Place the fabric to be gathered with right
side up under the foot.
3. Place top layer of the fabric right side
down in the slot.
4. Guide the two layers as illustrated.
Note:
- When testing machine for adjustments to
achieve desired fullness, work with 10"
increments of the fabric, trims or elastic.
This makes it easier to determine the
adjustments and how much change is
needed for your project. Always test on
your project fabric and on the same
grainline as will be used in your finished
project.
Using the crossgrain of the fabric will make
prettier gathers than the straight of grain.
- Sew slow to medium speed for better
fabric control.
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