Singer Confidence 7640 Confidence 7640 Stitch Applications Guide - Page 26

English 106 DECORATIVE Decorative STITCH Stitching 107 DECORATIVE Couching STITCH 108 OVERLOCK STITCH Seam with Seam Finish 109 OVERLOCK STITCH Decorative Stitching 110 SLANT OVEREDGE STITCH Seam with Seam Finish to its widest setting and the stitch length as desired. Place two lightweight fabrics together, right sides facing. Sew the stitch near the bottom of the hem. When finished sewing, use a fine point scissor to trim the seam allowance into the "corners" of the scallops. Turn the hem right side out and press. Use this stitch to embellish your sewing projects with a single row, multiple rows, or even in combination with other decorative stitches. Experiment with various types of thread such as rayon thread, all-purpose thread, metallic thread, topstitching thread, or even 30wt and 12wt cotton. Use a needle that is appropriate for the type of thread you are using. It is also helpful to use a stabilizer to help support the stitches. Learn more about needles and stabilizer on the SINGER website. Sew this stitch over light weight ribbon or trim to add surface dimension to your fabrics. Use an Open Toe Foot or Satin Stitch Foot (additional accessory for some machine models) to make it easier to sew over the thickness of the stitch and trim. Use a tearaway stabilizer underneath as you sew to help prevent fabric puckering. This Overlock Stitch is a stretch stitch, but it can be used on stretch fabrics and non-stretch fabrics (wovens) as well. It sews a seam and a seam finish, all at the same time. Sew the stitch with the left side on the seam line of your project. Trim excess seam allowance when finished sewing. Use this stitch to embellish your sewing projects with a single row, multiple rows, or even in combination with other decorative stitches. Experiment with various types of thread such as rayon thread, all-purpose thread, metallic thread, topstitching thread, or even 30wt and 12wt cotton. Use a needle that is appropriate for the type of thread you are using. It is also helpful to use a stabilizer to help support the stitches. Learn more about needles and stabilizer on the SINGER website. This Slant Overedge Stitch is a stretch stitch, but it can be used on stretch fabrics and nonstretch fabrics (wovens) as well. It sews a seam and a seam finish, all at the same time. 26 of 360