How To Sew Buttonholes - Bernette Moscow 2 Bedienungsanleitung

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How to sew buttonholes

Prepare
Set the pattern selector dial to "
1. Take off the all purpose foot and attach
the buttonhole foot.
2. Measure diameter and thickness of button
add together plus 0.3 cm (1/8") for bar
tacks; mark buttonhole size on fabric.
3. Place fabric under the foot, so that mark
on the buttonhole foot lines up with the
marking on the fabric. Lower the foot, so
that the center line of the fabric
buttonhole comes to the center of the
foot hole.
Adjust the stitch length dial between
"0.5-1" for stitch density.
Note:
Density varies according to the fabric. Always
test sew a buttonhole.
Follow the 4-step sequence changing from
one step to another with the stitch pattern
selector dial. Take care not to sew too many
stitches in stages 1 and 3. Use seam ripper
and cut buttonhole open from both ends
towards the middle.
Tips:
· Slightly reduce upper thread tension to
produce better results.
· Use a backing for fine or stretchy fabrics.
· It is advisable to use heavy thread or cord
for stretch or knit fabrics.
· The zig-zag should sew over the heavy
thread or cord.(simb)
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