Stretch Stitches - Singer XL-400 Manuel D'instructions

STRETCH STITCHES

SETTINGS :Presser foot - General Purpose Foot
:Thread tension control - S
Stretch stitches are mainly for use on knit or stretchable
fabrics, but can also be used on woven fabrics.
STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH
Straight stretch stitch is far stronger than an ordinary straight
stitch because it locks three times - forwards, backwards and
forwards.
It is particularly suitable for reinforcing the seams of
sportswear in stretch and non-stretch fabrics, and for curved
seams which take a lot of strain.
Use this stitch also to top-stitch lapels, collars and cuffs to give
a professional finish to your garments.
RIC-RAC STITCH
The ric-rac stitch is provides a bold topstitch for decorative
borders. It is ideal for edging neck-bands, armholes, sleeves
and hems.
HONEYCOMB STITCH
1. Make several rows of gathers across the fabric that you
wish to smock.
2. With a narrow strip of fabric directly under the line of
gathering, stitch over the gathers. The design will be a
series of small diamonds.
OVEREDGE STITCH
This stitch is especially used for making sportswear. It sews
and finishes the seam in one operation. It is very effective for
repairing raw or worn edges as well.
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