Singer 518 Stylist User Manual download pdf (Page 31)

satin stitching

Satin stitching, a series of closely spaced

zig-zag stitches that form a smooth, satin

like surface, is useful for both practical

and decorative work.

When you wish to produce a satin stitch,

for appliqué or bar tacks, for example,

make a test sample first so that you can

adjust the stitch length and thread tension

properly. Soft fabric may require a backing

to ensure firm satin stitching. Crisp lawn

or organdy Is suitable for this purpose.

ACCESSORIES AND SELECTOR

SETTINGS

• Flexi-Stitch Disc Dial: O

• Flexi-Stitch Disc: Super Zig-Zag 201 or

Fashion Disc: Desired Pattern

• Needle Position : ^ (center)

• Stitch Width • ^ to ^

• Stitch Length: FINE (25 or above)

• General Purpose Needle Plate

• Special Purpose Foot

• Pressure: NORM

Adjusting Stitch Length

Adjusting Stitch Length

1. Turn stitch length selector dial to 25

(the beginning of FINE area).

2. Run the machine at a slow speed.

3. Gradually turn the stitch length dial

clockwise until stitches are closely

spaced and form a smooth surface.

Adjusting Thread Tension

Satin stitching requires less tension than

straight stitching or open zig-zag stitching.

Furthermore, the wider the stitch, the

lighter the tension on the thread must be.

Notice the stitching on your sample. If

the fabric is puckered, lower the needle-

thread tension by turning the tension dial

to a lower number.

THREAD ▼ TENSION

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Incorrect

Correct

Adjusting Thread Tension

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