Singer CG-590 Commercial Grade Instruction Manual

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    MODEL CG-590 COMMERCIAL GRADE SEWING MACHINE WORKBOOK
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    on the purchase of your new SINGER® Sewing Machine! This commercial grade sewing machine is ideal for all types of sewing, including fashion sewing, home decorating, quilting and crafts. Your machine is designed to deliver the ultimate combination of power, performance and durability. This workbook
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    Quilted Fabric 3 Speed Basting 4 Making Piping 5 Attaching Purchased Piping 6 Centered Zippers 7 Satin Stitch Applique 9 Lace Insertion 11 Button Sewing 13 Four-Step Buttonholes 15 Free-Motion Monogramming 17 Free-Motion Embroidery 19 Blindstitch Hem 21 Attaching Beaded Trims
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    Stippling 38 Scallop Edges 39 Narrow Hem 40 Gathering with the Cording Foot 41 Applying Trims, Cords & Braids 42 Shirring with the Gathering Foot 43 Using the Even Feed Foot to Sew Multiple Fabric Layers 45 Using the Even Feed Foot to Sew Plaid Fabrics 46 Using the Even Feed Foot to
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    Heavy Duty Commercial Grade CG-590 Up to 1100 Stitches-PerMinute Sewing Speed Electronic Foot Control 60% Stronger Motor Steel Plate on Machine Bed Duratec™ Frame Double Insulated Finger Guard Free Arm Automatic Needle Threader Drop Feed Utility Stitches Stretch Stitches Additional Decorative and
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    projects, such as inserting zippers or cording and topstitching. Jam-Resistant Bobbin System Top-Loading Drop-In Bobbin This is a system in which the bobbin case actually floats above the hook, precluding thread jams. The machine will not jam, even when sewing on sheer fabric or no fabric at
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    and Home Warranty limited warranty. Portable Cabinet Mountable Machine has a built-in carry handle, making it easy to transport the machine. Machine can be mounted into a cabinet. \ SINGER® is a registered trademark of the Singer Company Ltd. © 2004 Singer Sewing Company. All Rights Reserved.
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    used. For a longer stitch or for thicker fabrics, lengthen the Stitch Length. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: foot, matching the raw edges with the ⅝" seam guide. Sew the length of the fabric. Use the Reverse Button to reinforce the seam. 1
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    decorative touch while holding the seam allowances flat. It is also sturdy and durable. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle of the edge. Align the folded edge to the edge of the foot. Sew. Use the Reverse Button to reinforce the seam. 2
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    to plain fabric by just adding consecutive rows of straight stitches! Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: with batting between the two fabrics, creating a quilt-type sample Procedure: Sew diagonally from the top left corner to the bottom right corner. Use the
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    stitch can easily be removed with a seam ripper or simply pulled out. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser : Place under the foot, matching the raw edges with the ⅝" seam guide. Sew the length of the fabric. Use the seam ripper to remove a portion
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    edge. Only the Straight Stitch can be used when sewing with the Zipper Foot. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: fabric 7" piping cord Procedure: Fold fabric, wrong sides together. Place piping inside of the fold. On the right side of the fabric, sew a straight stitch close
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    make a bold finish on home decorating projects, crafts or garments. Machine Set-up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Edges Stitching Line Raw Edge of Fabric On the wrong side of the fabric, sew a straight stitch close to the piping. Note: The Zipper Foot can be attached
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    and type of zipper to use. Most applications require a zipper foot. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Straight Stitch Pattern Selector: A Stitch Width: 1, : Place fabric under the foot, matching the raw edges with the ⅝" seam guide. Starting at the top of the fabric, baste 7". Then change the stitch
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    . Place the zipper face-down, so that the zipper's coils or teeth are directly over the machine-basted seam. Pin in place, if necessary. Spread fabric flat, right side up and place ½" , using the edge of the tape as a guide. Turn fabric to right side and remove the tape and the basting. Press. 8
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    a smooth satin-like appearance. Try a rayon thread for a smoother looking finish. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle and half on the base fabric. Sew around the applique. Widen the stitch width to 4 and change the stitch length to below 1.
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    Sewing around the applique again, covering the previous stitching. . Sewing over an applique twice is not always necessary, however, it does give a beautiful full-covered effect. 10
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    garment or a home decorating project to create a beautiful heirloom keepsake. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot lengthwise on batiste. Stitch lace to fabric by sewing a zigzag stitch down both edges of the lace. Try to just clear the heading of
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    lace down the center. Back side of fabric Lace Turn these raw edges back away from the lace, then finger press. Finish fabric's edges by sewing a small zigzag through all layers, being careful not to catch too much lace. Turn fabric over and trim excess fabric seam allowances away. Note: A nice
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    Sewing Use your sewing machine to sew on buttons, snaps or hooks with ease. This is especially helpful when making a large project where several buttons need to be attached, such as a shower curtain that has button tabs. Machine Button Sewing Foot is optional. Check with your SINGER® Retailer. 13
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    opposite hole. Recheck the swing of the needle into the opposite hole and then use the foot control to sew 5-6 stitches. Before removing the button and fabric from the machine, set machine to straight stitch. Leave width at current setting and stitch in place for three stitches. This forms a tie-off
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    Changes automatically Stitch Length: Step #1 of Buttonhole Dial Presser Foot: Buttonhole Foot Needle Position: Changes automatically (See manual for complete machine set-up for buttonholes.) Materials: Home décor fabric with interfacing or tear-away stabilizer Disappearing fabric marking pen
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    bottom of the buttonhole. Turn Pattern Selection knob to Step Three of the Four-Step buttonhole. Sew, and the machine will stitch in reverse, making the left side of the buttonhole. Stop sewing when the needle reaches the fabric mark which indicates the top of the buttonhole. Turn Pattern Selection
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    Free-Motion Monogramming Monogramming adds a personal and professional touch to garments, home decorating items and craft projects. When monogramming, the feed dogs are covered, allowing for free-motion sewing. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feet Dogs:
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    a consistent sewing speed and move the fabric slowly. Coordinate sewing speed and movement of hoop. Note: When the feed dogs are covered, the fabric will not automatically feed. Feeding of the fabric is controlled manually. *The Embroidery/Darning Foot is optional. Check with your SINGER® retailer
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    on a bridal gown. It also can be as simple as a row of flowers on kitchen linens. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Feet Dogs: Presser Foot: Needle Position: to bring up the bobbin thread though the fabric. Sew a few securing stitches at the starting point. 19
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    and guide the hoop so that the needle stitches on the drawn letter. Maintain a consistent speed and move the fabric slowly. Coordinate sewing speed and movement of hoop. Note: When the feed dogs are lowered, the fabric will not automatically feed. Feeding of fabric is controlled manually
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    thread to help the stitches blend into the fabric, hence becoming "blind" or invisible. Machine Set-Up: Set-up for Step 1 (to finish raw edges) Stitch: Zigzag Needle Position: Center Materials: Medium weight woven fabric Procedure: Sew a Zigzag to finish one of the fabric's raw edges. 21
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    Fold under 1" and baste in place. Position fabric with wrong side facing up, and turn the hem back to the right side, creating a soft fold at the top edge of the hem. The bulk of the fabric is to the left of the foot. Begin stitching, making sure the forward stitches fall near the ¼" fold, and the
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    Position: Multi-Stitch Zigzag C 4-5 3 Special Purpose Foot (J) Center Materials: Beaded trim Home décor fabric Procedure: Press and sew a 1" hem in the fabric, using a straight stitch. Place fabric on machine with wrong side facing up. Place trim header on fabric's edge, right side facing down
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    reinforcing a seam, darning, applying elastic and many other techniques. It is ideal when mending tears. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Multi- Turn handwheel to lower needle into the fabric. Pivot 180 degrees and sew again. 24
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    done with decorative threads. This technique is popular and can be used in wearable art, home decorator projects and more. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Decorative Stitches B, C, D, E, F, G or H Adjust according to preference
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    stitch is wonderful for built-in strength! It is ideal when sewing heavyweight fabrics or when it is desired to have a bolder-looking or when an extra-strong seam is needed, such as in children's clothing. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle
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    the fabric is stretched. Special stitches were created to allow "no-pop" sewing on stretch fabrics, and these stitches are called Stretch Stitches or Flexi- As the fabrics of these garments stretch, so do the stitches! Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser
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    one operation. This allows for professional finish on projects, and is especially popular on sweatshirts. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern 3 cut edges and place under the presser foot. Line up fabric edges with guide on foot and stitch the length of the seam. Stretch ribbing slightly to fit
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    edges. This prevents raveling of the fabric and provides for a professional finish. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: under the foot. Align the fabric's edges with the foot's edge. Sew, joining two pieces of fabric and finishing the edges in one operation.
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    prevents raveling of the fabric and makes a professional finish on woven and knit fabrics. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch the stitch forms just on the edge of the fabric. Sew. Change to the Standard Foot and set machine for a straight stitch. With right sides together, join the
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    , the elastic can be placed into the General Purpose Foot's opening, making it easier to evenly stretch the elastic while sewing. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Honeycomb Stitch C 5 2-3 General Purpose Foot Center Materials
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    movement, so that the needle penetrates the same hole more than once. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser spray-starched for added firmness 60-80 weight sewing thread 60-80 weight sewing thread in bobbin Procedure: Pull one or two your SINGER® Retailer. 32
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    sewing creates a sporty hem on knit wear, a sophisticated top-stitch or a decorative embellishment. Machine . Thread each needle separately. Slowly sew a row of stitching on the right side of consistent speed to ensure accurate stitching. Note: When sewing with a stitch that has width (such as
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    parallel rows of stitches can be used to attach a ribbon while stitching. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot the ribbon under the foot and then to the back of the foot. Slowly sew a row of stitching on the right side of the fabric. Maintain a slow
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    Materials: Fashion leather Procedure: Finger press a 1" hem in the leather. Sew, using the seam guides to ensure straight stitching. NOTE: The optional Roller Foot or Even Feed Foot feeds the leather, vinyl or suede through the machine more easily. * The Leather needle is optional. Check with you
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    Decorative Stitching Your sewing projects can have diversity, originality and creativity by adding one or more of the available decorative stitches. By embellishing a project with decorative stitches you can create an original work of art. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width:
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    The Herringbone Stitch is often used to join pieces of fabric and decorative top-stitching. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position on the lawn. Stitch lace to fabric by sewing the decorative stitch down both edges of the lace. 37
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    stitching fabric prior to appliqué to create texture to the appliqué fabric. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser piece of batting Procedure: Stretch Setting Place the batting between the cotton pieces. Sew several rows of the Double Action Stitch. 38
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    , graceful edging for dresses, blouses, lingerie and children's clothes. It also makes an distinctive decorative edge finish to home linens. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle Position: Scallop Stitch E 5 1 or below Special Purpose Foot
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    over, hiding the raw edges and creating a small professional finish hem. Soft fabrics roll best. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: , but lift the presser foot. Guide the fabric into the scroll of the foot. Lower foot and continue to sew, holding the thread tails firmly.
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    a casing for the cord. After stitching is finished, pull the cord which will draw up or gather the fabric. Adjust the gathers evenly by sliding the fabric along the cord. Sew a straight stitch to secure the gathers into place. *The Cording Foot is optional. Check with your SINGER® Retailer. 41
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    cord through each of the foot's three grooves or slots. Secure the three cords at the back of the foot by tying a knot. Place the fabric under the foot and sew. The foot will hold all the cords in place as they are sewn into the fabric. *The Cording Foot is optional. Check with your SINGER
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    into even folds under the needle. The stitch then holds the fabric folds securely. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Tension: Presser Foot on the fabric's crosswise grain, to create a guide for straight stitching. *The Gathering Foot is optional. Check with your
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    positioned. It should line up with the Gathering Foot's needle opening. Sew a row on top of the "pulled" line. Use the foot's edge as a guide to sew the next row of stitching. Rows will be ¼" apart if the foot is used as a guide. Sew 3 or 4 more rows. Do not clip thread ends until it is
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    in conjunction with the machine's feeding system to improve the flow of the fabric. This is particularly important when sewing several layers of fabric, Procedure: Sew from one edge to the other. Top Fabric Batting Bottom Fabric The Even Feed Foot is optional. Check with your SINGER® Retailer.
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    Using the Even Feed Foot to Sew Plaid Fabrics Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: fabric Procedure: Match plaids, right sides together Sew the two pieces together using the built-in seam guide on the machine to maintain a consistent seam allowance. *The
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    The Even Feed Foot is great for sewing on fake fur for coat accents, costumes or stuffed animals. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: x 5" pieces of fake-fur Procedure: Sew the two pieces together using the built-in seam guide on the machine to maintain a consistent seam allowance. Push
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    Side Cutter The side cutter is an attachment that will trim the excess fabric while sewing. A Zigzag-type stitch must be used. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: Stitch Length: Presser Foot: Needle be adjusted. *The Side Cutter is optional. Check with your SINGER® Retailer. 48
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    Slowly sew and gently guide the fabric. Adjust the stitch length according to fabric. Certain fabrics will cut better or more cleanly than others. This is due to the nature of the fabric. The cutter works best if not more than 1" is being trimmed away. 49
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    Sewing with the Ruffler The Ruffler attachment quickly and easily produces professional looking ruffles on garments, home decorating projects and craft items. Machine Set-Up: Stitch: Pattern Selector: Stitch Width: depth of the ruffles. *The Ruffler is optional. Check with your SINGER® Retailer. 50
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    . Place fabric in the guide plate. Remember to lower the presser foot lever. Lightly push the cloth feed plate towards the back of the machine. Place the longer piece of fabric under the foot and beneath the shorter piece of fabric. Place right sides together. Slowly sew. Watch the Ruffler feed
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MODEL CG-590
COMMERCIAL GRADE
SEWING MACHINE
WORKBOOK