Singer 14SH654 Finishing Touch Instruction Manual 19 - Page 37
Stitch, Variations, Sewing, Techniques
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23. STITCH VARIATIONS AND SEWING TECHNIQUES ( How to Sew a Flatlock Decorative Seam • A flatlock stitch is achieved by adjusting the tension of the 3-thread overlock stitch, sewing the seam and pulling the fabric apart to flatten the seam. • The flatlock stitch can be used as a construction and decorative stitch or for ornamentation only. (1) Machine Set Up • Remove the left or right needle. • Begin with the machine threaded and tension balanced for the 3-thread overlock stitch (page 29 )• • Loosen the needle thread tension (green or blue) generously. • Loosen the upper looper thread tension (orange) slightly. • Tighten the lower looper thread tension (yellow) generously. 0 0 tt Remove 0 Remove (2) Flatlockinq a Seam • Place the fabric wrong sides together to sew a decorative stitch on the right side of the garment. • Sew the seam, trimming the excess fabric. • The needle thread (green or blue) will form a V on the underside of the fabric. • The lower looper thread will pull into a straight line at the fabric edge. Needle thread Upper looper thread Topside 36 Needle thread Lower looper thread Underside