rolled hem by machine with specialized foot

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Thu, 03/26/2015 - 15:50
hilloah
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Please give me the best for a chiffon weight knit. Straight or zigzag? What type of thread? What stitch length?

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Tue, 03/31/2015 - 12:14
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Nehzat
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Re: Rolled hem by machine with specialized foot

Dear hilloah,

It is best to use a zigzag stitch on this type of fabric when sewing a rolled hem by machine, using the special rolling foot you mentioned in the title.

The width of the zigzag stitches should cover the entire rolled hem and the length should be adjusted starting from the medium setting down, until you get a nice result. It is best to practice on a piece of your material to see which width and length settings work best in combination for your kind of fabric.

You may need to lower or increase the thread tensions of the bobbin and top thread as well to get the best results.

I also recomand a thinner thread for your type of fabric.

Happy sewing,

Nehzat

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