Singer 7258 Stylist Instruction Manual - Page 52
Decorative And Stretch Stitches
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DECORATIVE AND STRETCH STITCHES SETTINGS :Presser foot - General Purpose Foot or Satin Stitch Foot :Thread tension control - AUTO Stretch stitches are mainly for use on knit, or stretchable fabrics, but can also be used on woven materials. STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Straight stretch stitch is far stronger than an ordinary straight stitch because it locks three times - forwards, backwards and forwards. It is particularly suitable for reinforcing the seams of sportswear in stretch and non-stretch fabrics, and for curved seams which take a lot of strain. Use this stitch also to top-stitch lapels, collars and cuffs to give a professional finish to your garments. HONEYCOMB STITCH The Honeycomb stitch is ideal for smocking and useful for overcasting and attaching elastic and stretch lace. 1. For smocking, first make several rows of gathers across the fabric that you wish to smock. 2. Cut an underlay fabric (such as organdy) and place it under the shirring. 3. Sew the honeycomb stitch over the gathered rows, securing them in place. OVEREDGE STITCH This is the same type stitch used by the garment industry in making sportswear - it forms and finishes the seam in one operation. It's very effective for use in repairing raw or worn seams of garments. FEATHER STITCH The pleasing appearance of this stitch enables it to be used for decorative topstitching or for attaching laces and trims. It is also ideal for quilting applications and edge-joining. 52