Brother International Innov-is NQ3700D Operation Manual - Page 68
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Utility Stitches ■ Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller A decorative stitch can be sewn by changing the stitch width of a satin stitch. If the machine is set so that the stitch width can be adjusted using the sewing speed controller, the stitch width can quickly and easily be adjusted. Connect the foot controller. a Attach zigzag foot "J". b Press and set [Width Control] (page 1 of the c settings screen) to [ON]. Other stitching applications ■ Elastic attaching When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be that of the stretched elastic tape. Therefore, it is necessary that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used. Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the fabric. a Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric. The machine is now set so that the stitch width can be controlled with the sewing speed controller. Select a stitch. d No. 1-33 Stitch • For details, refer to "Stitch Chart" on page 45. Memo • Although the stitching results differ depending on the type of fabric being sewn and the thickness of the thread being used, for best results, adjust the stitch length to between 0.3 and 0.5 mm (1/64 and 1/32 inch). While sewing, slide the sewing speed controller to e adjust the stitch width. • Adjust the sewing speed with the foot controller. 1 Narrower 2 Wider a b When you are finished sewing, set [Width Control] f back to [OFF]. Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select a stitch. c No. 1-13 1-14 2-13 Stitch • For details, refer to "Stitch Chart" on page 45. Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while stretching the d tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand. CAUTION • When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch any pins, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ■ Bar tack stitching Bar tacks are used to reinforce points subject to strain, such as pocket corners and openings. As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is described below. 66