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Note: Loosen the needle thread tension to make
gathering easier.
q 1 cm (3/8˝) Straight stitching lines
With the stitch length at “4”, sew straight stitching lines
1 cm (3/8˝) apart, across the area to be smocked.
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull the bobbin
threads and distribute the gathers evenly.
Secure the threads at the other end.
Sew the decorative stitch between the gathering
stitches.
Pull out the gathering stitches.
Smocking
q Pattern selector: D
w Presser foot: Zigzag foot
e Thread tension: 1–4
r Stitch length: S.S.
Baste (or fuse with iron-on fabric joiner) applique pieces
on the fabric.
Stitch around the applique making sure the needle falls
along the outer edge of the applique.
When sewing corners, lower the needle down into the
fabric.
Raise the presser foot and pivot the fabric to the right or
left.
Applique
q Pattern selector: C
w Presser foot: Zigzag foot
e Thread tension: 1–4
r Stitch length: 0.5-1
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