Bernina Artista 730E User Guide - Page 63

Ribbing Finish Ribbing • decorative and very practical way of finishing the edges • suitable for sweatshirts, pajamas - either way, etc. Cutting ™ width: twice the finished width plus double the seam allowance ™ length: desired length plus double the seam allowance ™ check length by putting the ribbing folded in half around neck, waist, wrist, or ankle (check whether ribbing around the neck is wide enough to be pulled over the head) Preparation / Sewing ™ make a circle out of the ribbing and sew according to seam allowance (chose suitable overlock stitch according to fabric) ™ fold the ribbing in half, the seam to inside (baste edges) ™ divide ribbing in four equal sections and mark quarters (mark No. 1 is the seam) ™ divide edge of the garment also in four equal sections and mark quarters ™ pin right side of ribbing to right side of garment, the four marks matching. The ribbing seam should be placed to the back or on shoulder seam ™ sew with a machine overlock stitch (according to fabric) TIP Using ready-made ribbing The job is made easier as there is no cutting. Practical Stitches - Applications 61