Brother International XL 5500 Users Manual - English - Page 30

Double Action Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Double Action Stitch -3 3-5 (1/64-1/8) (1/8-3/16) This stitch is used for joining two pieces of fabric, for example, when making patchwork. Set the pattern selection dial to the Double Action Stitch. Put the fabric under the presser foot so that 2 the seamline (or arrowhead point) is approximately 3 mm (1/8") to the left of the center of the presser foot. This stitch works best with a seam allowance of approximately 6 mm (1/4") as this allows the right (zigzag) side of the stitch to overlock the cut edge of the fabric. If the seam allowance is wider than the stitch 3 pattern, trim away any excess fabric after stitching. A finished Elastic Overlock Stitch is shown in the diagram below. Overedge Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stretch Overlock Stitch 3-5 (1/8-3/16) Elastic Overlock Stitch Arrowhead Stitch Fixed 2.5 (3/32) 3-5 (1/8-3/16) You can use these stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. The Overlock Stitches are also useful for sewing stretch materials while the Arrowhead Stitch is ideal for sewing the edge of a blanket. Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic 1 Overlock, Stretch Overlock or Arrowhead. Feather Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Feather Stitch Fixed 2.5 3-5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) Use the Feather Stitch as a decorative top-stitch when hemming blankets, tablecloths or draperies, or when embroidering. Set the pattern selection dial to the Feather 1 Stitch. Place the fabric right side up and sew 1 cm 2 (3/8") from the edge of the fabric. Trim close to the stitching. 3 29