Stitches & sewing techniques
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Stitch
A
B
C
D E
N/R
A/B
Threading path
B G R Y P
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For joining with reinforced stitch
and overcasting in one step.
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B and
D
6.0
N
Yes
A
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3-thread overlock, wide
For sewing two layers of stretchy
fabric or overcasting a single layer of
light to medium fabric. Use heavier
threads in the loopers to create
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behind the presser foot and gently
and slowly pull the thread chain as
you sew, trying to keep the same
tension as it has been sewn onto
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A
6.0
N
No
A
•
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3-thread overlock, narrow
For sewing two layers of stretchy
fabric or overcasting a single layer
of light fabric. Popular for creating
decorative tucks. Use decorative
threads in the loopers and regular
thread in the needle. Use different
colors in the loopers to get an
interesting effect.
B
6.0
N
No
A
• • •
3-thread narrow edge*
For edging lightweight fabrics. It
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the upper looper with a decorative
thread, such as 40 weight rayon for
a beautiful satin edge. Read more on
page 34.
B
6.0
R
No
A
• • •
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For sewing stretchy fabrics together
with a decorative effect either with
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side. Create varying effects by
threading the upper looper with
decorative thread. Read more on
page 35.
A
6.0
N
No
A
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