ZIGZAG STITCHING (continued)
appliqué
The stitch most commonly used in appliquéing is a closed zigzag stitch. The
width of this stitch can be varied to accommodate fabrics of different weaves and
textures.
There are two methods of appliquéing: trimming after stitching or stitching after
trimming. To decide which method you wish to use, make sample to see which is
most appropriate for your fabric and design:
•
Position the design
•
Baste it to the fabric
•
Attach the Special Purpose Presser
Foot
METHOD #1
1
Set Stitch Width Selector at
desired setting, and set Stitch
Length Selector on FINE (above
20).
2
Stitch, outlining the design with
appliqué stitching.
3
Trim any excess fabric on the
outer edges of the stitching.
Remove basting.
METHOD #2
1
Outline the entire design with a
short straight stitch.
2
Trim raw edges to the stitching.
3
Adjust Stitch Width Selector to
desired width setting for appliqué
pattern. Set Stitch Length
Selector on FINE.
4
Stitch, following and covering the
straight-stitch outline. This step
will produce a smooth over
edged finish, with no raw edges
to be trimmed. Remove basting.
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