Singer S900 Manuel D'instruction page 58

DECORATIVE AND STRETCH STITCHES
fabrics, but can also be used on woven materials.
stitch because it locks three times - forwards, backwards and
forwards.
It is particularly suitable for reinforcing the seams of
sportswear in stretch and non-stretch fabrics, and for curved
seams which take a lot of strain.
Use this stitch also to top-stitch lapels, collars and cuffs to give
overcasting and attaching elastic and stretch lace.
1. For smocking, first make several rows of gathers across
the fabric that you wish to smock.
the shirring.
securing them in place.
This is the same type stitch used by the garment industry in
making sportswear -
operation.
garments.
The pleasing appearance of this stitch enables it to be used
for decorative topstitching or for attaching laces and trims.
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