Brother International Innov-is 40e Operation Manual - Page 83
Shell tuck stitching, Joining
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Shell tuck stitching The gathers that look like shells are called "shell tucks". They are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics. Fold the fabric along the bias. a Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks f down to one side. Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. Turn on the machine. b Turn on the machine. a 3 Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. Sew together the right sides of the two pieces b of fabric, and then open up the seam • For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" allowances. (page 40). 2 Attach zigzag foot "J". d Sew while making sure that the needle drops e slightly off the edge of the fabric. 1 1 3 a Wrong side of fabric 1 b 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance c Straight stitch Select stitch , c or . a Needle drop point Attach zigzag foot "J". d Turn the fabric over so that the right side e faces up, and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot aligned with the seam. a Right side of fabric 81
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