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...Basting 4 Making Piping 5 Attaching Purchased Piping 6 Centered Zippers 7 Satin Stitch Applique 9 Lace Insertion 11 Button Sewing 13 Four-Step Buttonholes 15 Free-Motion Monogramming 17 Free-Motion Embroidery 19 Blindstitch Hem 2 Stretch Blindstitch Hem 23 Attaching Beaded Trims 25 Mending with Multi-Stitch Zigzag 26 Crazy Quilting 27 Seam Allowence with Stretch Blindstitch 28 Attaching Elastic 29 Sewing with a Wing Needle 30 Twin Needle Sewing 31 Applying Ribbon with a Twin Needle 32 Sewing on Leather 33 Narrow Hem 34 Gathering with the Cording Foot...
...Basting 4 Making Piping 5 Attaching Purchased Piping 6 Centered Zippers 7 Satin Stitch Applique 9 Lace Insertion 11 Button Sewing 13 Four-Step Buttonholes 15 Free-Motion Monogramming 17 Free-Motion Embroidery 19 Blindstitch Hem 2 Stretch Blindstitch Hem 23 Attaching Beaded Trims 25 Mending with Multi-Stitch Zigzag 26 Crazy Quilting 27 Seam Allowence with Stretch Blindstitch 28 Attaching Elastic 29 Sewing with a Wing Needle 30 Twin Needle Sewing 31 Applying Ribbon with a Twin Needle 32 Sewing on Leather 33 Narrow Hem 34 Gathering with the Cording Foot...
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... be set for slower speeds, regardless of the machine free arm. Includes a regulating dial that provides reliable results. Buttonhole sewing is stronger than a standard sewing machine. The thread feeds into the threading path in a horizontal direction, which means it can be adjusted as inserting zippers or cording and topstitching. Double insulation protects against electric shock by creating a non-conducting barrier between the operator and the electrical components inside. Heavy Duty Commercial Grade CG-500...
... be set for slower speeds, regardless of the machine free arm. Includes a regulating dial that provides reliable results. Buttonhole sewing is stronger than a standard sewing machine. The thread feeds into the threading path in a horizontal direction, which means it can be adjusted as inserting zippers or cording and topstitching. Double insulation protects against electric shock by creating a non-conducting barrier between the operator and the electrical components inside. Heavy Duty Commercial Grade CG-500...
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...; 2004 Singer Sewing Company. All Rights Reserved. Touch-N-Wind™ Declutch Bobbin Winder Automatic Tension Jam-Resistant Bobbin System Top-Loading Drop-In Bobbin Extra-High Presser Foot Lifter Thread Cutter Automatic Pressure System Twin Needle Capable Suction Cup Machine Base Accessories Self-Lubricating 25 Year Limited Commercial, School and Home Warranty Portable Cabinet Mountable Needle bar easily disengages for twin needle sewing by just moving a lever. This system ensures stable stitch quality, whatever type of bulky fabric under the presser foot...
...; 2004 Singer Sewing Company. All Rights Reserved. Touch-N-Wind™ Declutch Bobbin Winder Automatic Tension Jam-Resistant Bobbin System Top-Loading Drop-In Bobbin Extra-High Presser Foot Lifter Thread Cutter Automatic Pressure System Twin Needle Capable Suction Cup Machine Base Accessories Self-Lubricating 25 Year Limited Commercial, School and Home Warranty Portable Cabinet Mountable Needle bar easily disengages for twin needle sewing by just moving a lever. This system ensures stable stitch quality, whatever type of bulky fabric under the presser foot...
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... Procedure: Place fabrics under the foot, matching the raw edges with the ⅝" seam guide. It is the most commonly used to reinforce the seam. 1 For a longer stitch or for thicker fabrics, lengthen the Stitch Length. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-4 General Purpose Foot Center Materials: (2) 4" x 4" pieces of the stitches and is generally used . Sew the length of the fabric. Use the Reverse Button to join seams or do topstitching...
... Procedure: Place fabrics under the foot, matching the raw edges with the ⅝" seam guide. It is the most commonly used to reinforce the seam. 1 For a longer stitch or for thicker fabrics, lengthen the Stitch Length. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-4 General Purpose Foot Center Materials: (2) 4" x 4" pieces of the stitches and is generally used . Sew the length of the fabric. Use the Reverse Button to join seams or do topstitching...
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Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-4 General Purpose Foot Center Materials: (1) 5" x 5" piece of cotton Procedure: Press a 1" hem on top" of the fabric so that the stitches are visible. Sew. A topstitch provides a decorative touch while holding the seam allowances flat. Align the folded edge to the edge of the edge. It is different from using the straight stitch to reinforce the seam. 2 Use the...
Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-4 General Purpose Foot Center Materials: (1) 5" x 5" piece of cotton Procedure: Press a 1" hem on top" of the fabric so that the stitches are visible. Sew. A topstitch provides a decorative touch while holding the seam allowances flat. Align the folded edge to the edge of the edge. It is different from using the straight stitch to reinforce the seam. 2 Use the...
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... rows using the edge of straight stitches! Create Quilted Fabric Create your own quilted fabric with batting between the two fabrics, creating a quilt-type sample Procedure: Sew diagonally from the top right corner to the bottom left corner to ensure even spacing and straight lines. Position the foot's edge so that it rides on the previous row of cotton with the Straight Stitch. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch...
... rows using the edge of straight stitches! Create Quilted Fabric Create your own quilted fabric with batting between the two fabrics, creating a quilt-type sample Procedure: Sew diagonally from the top right corner to the bottom left corner to ensure even spacing and straight lines. Position the foot's edge so that it rides on the previous row of cotton with the Straight Stitch. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch...
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... the fabric. This stitch can easily be removed with the ⅝" seam guide. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Tension: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 5 General Purpose Foot Adjust the tension setting to completely remove basting. 4 Sew the length of the basting, or simply pull the bobbin thread to a smaller number Center Materials: (2) 4" x 4" pieces of cotton, right sides together Procedure: Place under the foot, matching the raw edges with a seam ripper or simply pulled out. Speed Basting Basting is used...
... the fabric. This stitch can easily be removed with the ⅝" seam guide. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Tension: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 5 General Purpose Foot Adjust the tension setting to completely remove basting. 4 Sew the length of the basting, or simply pull the bobbin thread to a smaller number Center Materials: (2) 4" x 4" pieces of cotton, right sides together Procedure: Place under the foot, matching the raw edges with a seam ripper or simply pulled out. Speed Basting Basting is used...
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... the Straight Stitch can be used when sewing with the Zipper Foot. On the right side of the fabric, sew a straight stitch close to the edge of the fold. This is important when inserting zippers, applying piping or when topstitching close to projects such as pillows, sleeve edges, collars and more. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-4 Zipper Foot Center Materials: 5" x 6" home décor fabric 7" piping cord...
... the Straight Stitch can be used when sewing with the Zipper Foot. On the right side of the fabric, sew a straight stitch close to the edge of the fold. This is important when inserting zippers, applying piping or when topstitching close to projects such as pillows, sleeve edges, collars and more. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-4 Zipper Foot Center Materials: 5" x 6" home décor fabric 7" piping cord...
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... moved to use. Most applications require a zipper foot. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Straight Stitch Pattern Selector: A Stitch Width: 1, no width Stitch Length: For basting: 5 For stitching: 3-4 Presser Foot: Zipper Foot Tension: For basting: loosen the tension For stitching: 3 Needle Position: Start with the ⅝" seam guide. Then change the stitch length to 3 and finish seaming the remaining length of zipper to the left or right. This will designate the best type of zipper application, as well as the length and type of the fabric. 7 Centered Zippers There are...
... moved to use. Most applications require a zipper foot. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Straight Stitch Pattern Selector: A Stitch Width: 1, no width Stitch Length: For basting: 5 For stitching: 3-4 Presser Foot: Zipper Foot Tension: For basting: loosen the tension For stitching: 3 Needle Position: Start with the ⅝" seam guide. Then change the stitch length to 3 and finish seaming the remaining length of zipper to the left or right. This will designate the best type of zipper application, as well as the length and type of the fabric. 7 Centered Zippers There are...
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Widen the stitch width to 4 and change the stitch length to produce a smooth satin-like appearance. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2-3 0.5-1 Special Purpose Foot (J) Center Materials: 2" x 3" cotton fabric for a smoother looking finish. Satin Stitch Appliqué Satin Stitching is used for monograms, embroidery and appliqué work to below 1. . 9 Try a rayon thread for appliqué 2" x 3" fusible stabilizer 6" x 6" cotton foundation fabric 6" x 6" tear-away stabilizer Procedure: ...
Widen the stitch width to 4 and change the stitch length to produce a smooth satin-like appearance. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2-3 0.5-1 Special Purpose Foot (J) Center Materials: 2" x 3" cotton fabric for a smoother looking finish. Satin Stitch Appliqué Satin Stitching is used for monograms, embroidery and appliqué work to below 1. . 9 Try a rayon thread for appliqué 2" x 3" fusible stabilizer 6" x 6" cotton foundation fabric 6" x 6" tear-away stabilizer Procedure: ...
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Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2-3 1 Special Purpose Foot (J) Center Materials: 5" x 3" of batiste 6" strip of the lace. Try to create a beautiful heirloom keepsake. Lace Insertion Insert lace into a special occasion garment or a home decorating project to just clear the heading of the lace. 11 Stitch lace to fabric by sewing a zigzag stitch down both edges of lace 60-80 weight fine cotton...
Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2-3 1 Special Purpose Foot (J) Center Materials: 5" x 3" of batiste 6" strip of the lace. Try to create a beautiful heirloom keepsake. Lace Insertion Insert lace into a special occasion garment or a home decorating project to just clear the heading of the lace. 11 Stitch lace to fabric by sewing a zigzag stitch down both edges of lace 60-80 weight fine cotton...
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Check with your manual for more information.) Fold fabric in the button are between the holes is usually 3mm) N/A Covered Feed Dogs Button Sewing Foot* Center Materials: Home décor fabric or shirting One 2-hole button Liquid fray preventer Procedure: Cover the Feed Dogs with ease. This is especially helpful when making a large project where several buttons need to sew on the fabric so that has button tabs. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feed Dogs: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B Determined by button (width...
Check with your manual for more information.) Fold fabric in the button are between the holes is usually 3mm) N/A Covered Feed Dogs Button Sewing Foot* Center Materials: Home décor fabric or shirting One 2-hole button Liquid fray preventer Procedure: Cover the Feed Dogs with ease. This is especially helpful when making a large project where several buttons need to sew on the fabric so that has button tabs. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feed Dogs: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B Determined by button (width...
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... hole and then use the foot control to sew 5-6 stitches. Turn the hand wheel forward, adjust so that the needle goes into the opposite hole. Leave width at current setting and stitch in place. Trim threads after they dry, being careful not to straight stitch. Recheck the swing of fabric on the back side to secure the button. This forms a tie-off on the knots. Lower the presser foot...
... hole and then use the foot control to sew 5-6 stitches. Turn the hand wheel forward, adjust so that the needle goes into the opposite hole. Leave width at current setting and stitch in place. Trim threads after they dry, being careful not to straight stitch. Recheck the swing of fabric on the back side to secure the button. This forms a tie-off on the knots. Lower the presser foot...
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... of the buttonhole. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Step One of the 4-step buttonhole Pattern Selector: A Stitch Width: Changes automatically Stitch Length: Step #1 of buttonhole) Liquid fray preventer Procedure: Fold fabric in buttonhole is divided into four different steps. This will establish the starting and ending point of the button. This simple process provides reliable results for marking size of buttonhole) Button (to establish length of Buttonhole Dial Presser Foot: Buttonhole Foot Needle Position: Changes automatically (See manual for complete machine set-up for...
... of the buttonhole. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Step One of the 4-step buttonhole Pattern Selector: A Stitch Width: Changes automatically Stitch Length: Step #1 of buttonhole) Liquid fray preventer Procedure: Fold fabric in buttonhole is divided into four different steps. This will establish the starting and ending point of the button. This simple process provides reliable results for marking size of buttonhole) Button (to establish length of Buttonhole Dial Presser Foot: Buttonhole Foot Needle Position: Changes automatically (See manual for complete machine set-up for...
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Lower the presser foot. 17 Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feet Dogs: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2 N/A Covered Embroidery/Darning Foot* (or remove the foot completely ) Center Materials: Embroidery hoop 8" x 8" cotton with an iron-on interfacing Fabric marking pen Procedure: Using the fabric marking pen, draw the desired monogram letter. Place fabric in the embroidery hoop, making sure the fabric is taut. Free-Motion Monogramming Monogramming adds a personal and professional touch to garments, home decorating items and craft...
Lower the presser foot. 17 Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feet Dogs: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2 N/A Covered Embroidery/Darning Foot* (or remove the foot completely ) Center Materials: Embroidery hoop 8" x 8" cotton with an iron-on interfacing Fabric marking pen Procedure: Using the fabric marking pen, draw the desired monogram letter. Place fabric in the embroidery hoop, making sure the fabric is taut. Free-Motion Monogramming Monogramming adds a personal and professional touch to garments, home decorating items and craft...
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... design. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feet Dogs: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2 or smaller N/A Covered Embroidery/Darning Foot* or remove the foot completely Center Materials: Embroidery hoop 8" x 8" cotton with an iron-on a bridal gown. Place fabric in the embroidery hoop, making sure the fabric is an elegant embellishment. Sew a few securing stitches at the starting point of flowers on kitchen linens. Free-Motion Embroidery Free-motion embroidery is taut. Lower the presser foot. Place the hoop under the foot...
... design. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feet Dogs: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch B 2 or smaller N/A Covered Embroidery/Darning Foot* or remove the foot completely Center Materials: Embroidery hoop 8" x 8" cotton with an iron-on a bridal gown. Place fabric in the embroidery hoop, making sure the fabric is an elegant embellishment. Sew a few securing stitches at the starting point of flowers on kitchen linens. Free-Motion Embroidery Free-motion embroidery is taut. Lower the presser foot. Place the hoop under the foot...
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... seam lines. The fabric edges are various shapes. Use rayon, metallic or other fine fabrics onto a foundation fabric. This technique is done by stitching scraps of velvets, silks, cottons, satins and other decorative threads, as desired. 27 Crazy Quilting Crazy Quilting is popular and can be used in wearable art, home decorator projects and more. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch , Blindstitch Hem, or Multi-Stitch Zigzag B, C, D Adjust...
... seam lines. The fabric edges are various shapes. Use rayon, metallic or other fine fabrics onto a foundation fabric. This technique is done by stitching scraps of velvets, silks, cottons, satins and other decorative threads, as desired. 27 Crazy Quilting Crazy Quilting is popular and can be used in wearable art, home decorator projects and more. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch , Blindstitch Hem, or Multi-Stitch Zigzag B, C, D Adjust...
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...into the General Purpose Foot's opening hole in the foot. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Multi-Stitch Zigzag D 5 2-3 General Purpose Foot Center Materials: Nylon Tricot 4" x 8" ⅜" wide elastic strip, cut 7" long Procedure: Thread elastic through the needle-opening , making lingerie. Sew, gently pulling the elastic while sewing. 29 Pull 2-3" of elastic to the back of the foot, enough to evenly stretch the elastic while sewing. Attaching Elastic Elastic can be applied directly to the fabric, such as when...
...into the General Purpose Foot's opening hole in the foot. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Multi-Stitch Zigzag D 5 2-3 General Purpose Foot Center Materials: Nylon Tricot 4" x 8" ⅜" wide elastic strip, cut 7" long Procedure: Thread elastic through the needle-opening , making lingerie. Sew, gently pulling the elastic while sewing. 29 Pull 2-3" of elastic to the back of the foot, enough to evenly stretch the elastic while sewing. Attaching Elastic Elastic can be applied directly to the fabric, such as when...
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... of stitches can be used. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch A 1-2 3-5 Special Purpose Foot (J) Wing Needle* Center Materials: Linen or other natural fiber fabric, spray-starched for stitching. Sewing with a Wing Needle Use a Wing Needle to establish a guideline for added firmness 60-80 weight sewing thread 60-80 weight sewing thread in the fabric every time it stitches. Note: An alternative method is very wide and makes a large opening or hole in bobbin Procedure...
... of stitches can be used. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle: Needle Position: Zigzag Stitch A 1-2 3-5 Special Purpose Foot (J) Wing Needle* Center Materials: Linen or other natural fiber fabric, spray-starched for stitching. Sewing with a Wing Needle Use a Wing Needle to establish a guideline for added firmness 60-80 weight sewing thread 60-80 weight sewing thread in the fabric every time it stitches. Note: An alternative method is very wide and makes a large opening or hole in bobbin Procedure...
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...: Insert the second spool pin. Note: When sewing with your SINGER® Retailer. 31 Thread each needle separately. Twin Needle Sewing By using a twin needle sewing creates a sporty hem on knit wear, a sophisticated top-stitch or a decorative embellishment. Maintain a slow consistent speed to ensure accurate stitching. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-5 Special Purpose Foot or General Purpose Foot Twin Needle* Center Materials: 5" x 5" piece of medium weight fabric, with...
...: Insert the second spool pin. Note: When sewing with your SINGER® Retailer. 31 Thread each needle separately. Twin Needle Sewing By using a twin needle sewing creates a sporty hem on knit wear, a sophisticated top-stitch or a decorative embellishment. Maintain a slow consistent speed to ensure accurate stitching. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle: Needle Position: Straight Stitch A 1, no width 3-5 Special Purpose Foot or General Purpose Foot Twin Needle* Center Materials: 5" x 5" piece of medium weight fabric, with...
