Singer XL-400 Manuel D'instructions page 70

When embroidering onto fabric which is smaller than
the hoop size, or when embroidering close to the
edge of the fabric, attach the stabilizer as illustrated.
WHEN EMBROIDERING ALONG THE EDGE OF
FABRIC SUCH AS A HANDKERCHIEF
WHEN EMBROIDERING A NARROW PIECE OF
FABRIC SUCH AS RIBBON TAPE
 Always use a layer of stabilizer which is bigger than the
hoop being used. (The stabilizer will not work properly
unless it is clamped in the hoop along with the fabric being
embroidered.)
 Stabilizer can usually be obtained from a fabric store.
Stabilizer is available in several different types, from thin
to thick. Purchase whichever type suits your embroidering
needs. It is generally recommended that the weight of the
stabilizer be similar to that of the fabric.
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Embroidery surface at fabric edge
Surface de broderie sur le bord du tissu
Superficie de bordado en el borde del material
Stabilizer
(Adhesive surface facing)
Entoilage
(face à la surface adhésive)
Estabilizador
(cara de la superficie adhesiva)
Hoop inner frame
Cadre intérieur du cerceau
Interior del marco del aro
Stabilizer
Entoilage
Estabilizador
Ribbon tape
Ruban
Cinta
Stabilizer
Entoilage
Estabilizador
Hoop inner frame
Cadre intérieur du cerceau
Interior del marco del aro