Bernina Artista 640 User Guide - Page 45

Vari-overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Vari-overlock No. 3 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Overlock foot No. 2A or Reverse pattern foot No. 1C Overlock foot No. 2A is specially designed for overlock stitches. The pin on the foot allows for more thread in each stitch so that the elasticity of the seam is maintained. Closed Seam Stretchy seam in fine, soft knits such as silk jersey and interlock. Sewing • guide the raw edge along the pin on the overlock foot • the stitch will form over the pin and over the edge of the fabric Double Overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: feed dog: Presser foot: Double overlock No. 10 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern foot No. 1C Closed Seam Overlock seam in loose knits and cross seams in knits and jerseys. Sewing • sew the overlock seam along the raw edge Practical Stitches - Applications 45 Knits and jersey • use a new ball point needle to prevent damaging the loops Sewing stretch fabrics • if necessary use a stretch needle (130/705H-S) = needle point slides between the fibers 1C