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Use a light weight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the
fabric as shown and stitch on the fold.
Allow the needle to just clear the folded edge to create
a shelled edge. You may need to increase the needle
thread tension.
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Folded edge
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Right needle drop position
If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows at least
1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.
You can also sew shell stitches on knits or soft silky
woven fabrics in any direction.
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Shell Tuck
Machine settings
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Pattern:
18
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Thread tension:
6−8
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Presser foot:
Satin stitch foot F
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Foot pressure:
5
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Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center
front, center back and side seams, and pin the elastic to
the fabric.
Place the elastic under the foot and stitch into place while
stretch the elastic evenly.
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Attaching Elastic
Machine settings
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Pattern:
19−20
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Thread tension:
AUTO
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Presser foot:
Satin stitch foot F
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Foot pressure:
5
Sew a fine seam in lingerie and lightweight knits. The
small seam size stretches and is comfortable to wear.
Select 21.
Place fabric edges so needle just clears edge when it
swings off the fabric to the right.
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Lingerie Stitch
Machine settings
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Pattern:
21
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Thread tension:
AUTO
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Presser foot:
Satin stitch foot F
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Foot pressure:
5
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