Bernina Artista 640 User Guide - Page 76

76 Buttonholes - Applications Sewing 4 Hole Button • sew the front holes first • carefully move the button forward • sew the back holes with the same program Beginning and Ending Threads • the threads are secured and can be trimmed For Secure Results • pull both bobbin threads until the ends of the upper thread are visible on the wrong side (knot if required) • trim threads Sewing on buttons A real time saver, especially when several of the same type buttons must be sewn on, e.g. blouses, bedding, etc. For work which is subject to heavy wear or washing, sew Button sew-on program twice. Zig-zag or Straight Stitch Eyelets Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Narrow zig-zag eyelet No. 61 or Straight stitch eyelet No. 62 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern foot No. 1C Eyelet Programs • select desired eyelet No. 61 = zig-zag eyelet No. 62 = straight stitch eyelet Sewing Eyelets • position fabric under the presser foot and sew • the sewing computer stops automatically when finished and is immediately ready for the next eyelet Punching Eyelets • use an awl or punch to cut open the eyelet Eyelets are ideal openings for cords and narrow ribbons, attractive decorative elements, ideal for children's clothing, and crafts. They cannot be programmed in stitch combinations.