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Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for overcasting, sewing on
buttons etc.
SECTION 4. UTILITY STITCHING
Overcasting
q
Pattern selector:
C
w
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
e
Thread tension:
1–4
r
Stitch length:
1–2
t
Stitch width:
5
The zigzag stitch is used on the seam allowance to prevent
fabric from fraying at raw edges.
Zigzag Stitching
q
Pattern selector:
C
w
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot
e
Thread tension:
2–5
r
Stitch length:
0.5–4
t
Stitch width:
5
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