Adjust the stitch width until the needle ; slightly catches the fold of the hem.; If the needle catches too much of the hem - Page 72

UTILITY STITCHES 

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Adjust the stitch width until the needle 
slightly catches the fold of the hem.

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Needle drop point

1

Needle drop point

2

Wider stitch

3

Narrower stitch

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If the needle catches too much of the hem 
fold

If the needle catches too much of the hem 
fold, move the stitch width adjustment lever 
to the left. This makes the stitch narrower to 
move the needle away from the fold.

1

Wrong side of fabric

2

Right side of fabric

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If the needle does not catch the hem fold

If the needle does not catch enough of the 
hem fold, move the stitch width adjustment 
lever to the right. This makes the stitch wider 
to move the needle closer onto the fold.

1

Wrong side of fabric

2

Right side of fabric

• For details on changing the stitch width, 

refer to “ Adjusting the Stitch Width and 
Length”  (page 51).

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Sew with the fold of the hem against the 
presser foot guide.

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Remove the basting stitching.

1

Wrong side of fabric

2

Right side of fabric

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2

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2

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2

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