SEWING THE STITCHES
Utility Stitches
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Attach presser foot “J”. Set the needle drop
point slightly off the edge of the fabric, and
start sewing.
a Needle drop position
Unfold the fabric, and iron the tucks to one
side.
Scallop Stitches
This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop
stitch. Use this stitch to decorate the edges of
blouse collars and handkerchiefs or use it as a hem
accent.
Select .
Attach presser foot “N”. Sew scallop
stitches along the edge of the fabric.
* Do not sew directly on the edge of the fabric.
Trim along the seam, making sure not to cut
the stitches.
• To make shell tucks at the edge of a collar or
neckline, follow the pattern’s instructions
and then use this stitch to make a decorative
finish on the collar or neckline.
• A temporary spray adhesive may be neces-
sary for lightweight fabrics. Test sew
the fabric before sewing a project.
• For details on each stitch, refer to the
“STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of
this manual.
• Use a seam sealant to secure the edges of
the scallop stitches.
