Kenmo?e SEWING MACHINE MODEL 17921 55d7c/
Sears, Roebuck and Co. Dear Homemaker: You have just invested in a very fine zigzag sewing machine. Before using your new Kenmore machine, please pause for a moment and carefully read this booklet which contains instructions on how to operate and care for your machine. Specific instructions are given on threading, tension adjustments, cleaning, oiling, etc. This will help you obtain the best sewing results and avoid unnecessary service expense for conditions beyond our control.
YOUR SEWING PLACE IS ALWAYS READY SEARS KENMORE SEWING FURNITURE Sewing machine cabinet is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our general catalog. Whenever you're ready to sew, so is your sewing plaCe, Another option.., buy a Carrying Case... then your Kenmore goes anywhere, can be stored anywhere.
TABLE OFCONTENTS = KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Machine identification .............................................. Setting up your machine ........................................... Foot control, Light/power switch, Electronic needle control, Maximum speed control, Accessory box Parts list................................................................ Spool pins and caps ................................................... Converting to free-arm sewing ......................................
1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE IDENTIFICATION CHART Top thread tension control Foldaway carrying handle Bobbin winder tension disc \ Slotted take-up levew Built-in buttonhole control Bobbin winder shaft Bobbin winder latch Threading channel Face cover Stitch width dial • i,?. Stitch indicator Check spring Thread Stitch selector guide__ Reverse Needle clamp stitch lever screw .... Presser foot Needle plate Stitch Needle up/down , Feed dogs Bobbin cover plate.
.J[ Telescoping spool pin _ i Rear thread guide ,, ,,.............. Swing-away Hand wheel/ push-pull _ spool pin _'_nm_'Presser foot lever clutch Presser foot lock Thread cutter Nomenclature Light/power Foot control swit_ Electric cord rece; box Foot control -.
SETTING . . . Fig. 1 UP YOUR MACHINE Install your Kenrnore sewing machine in a Kenmore cabinet, case or set the machine on a sturdy flat surface. Your Kenmore sewing machine has been thoroughly oiled at the factory. Be sure to wipe off the needle plate area and bed plate carefully before sewing a garment. It is wise to practice on a scrap of fabric so any surplus oil is absorbed. FOOT CONTROL Your machine is supplied with an electronic foot control which enables you to sew very slowly.
5. ELECTRONIC NEEDLE CONTROL Your machine is electronically controlled to stop with the needle in the up position every time you remove pressure from foot control. Electronic control NEEDLE UP/DOWN SWITCH If you wish the machine to stop with the needle in the down position (as in turning a corner), push the left switch. A red light will appear showing you that the machine is so set.
PARTS LIST (Use only genuine Kenmore replacement parts and accessories.) All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. store or service center. 3. MODEL NUMBER shown on the nomenctature plate. (See page 3 for location.) WHEN ORDERING REPAIR ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING MATION: 1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling.
OTHER VITAL ITEMS i _. Straight Stitch Zigzag Needleplate Needleplate (No. 57861 ) (No. 57860) Narrow Hemmer ( No. 29396) Feed Cover Plate (No. 43166) 2 Spool Pin Caps Large - No. 55503 Small -- No. 53871 Quilting Guide (No. 351051 Edge Stitcher (No. 29306) Nylon Disc (No. 2273) Lint Brush (No. 35848) Bobbin Winder Rubber Ring (No. 1913) Adjustable Holder (No. 29308) large Screw Driver (No. 55501) , Small Screw Driver (No. 55500) Magnetized Mini Screw Driver (No.
SPOOL PINS AND CAPS Telescoping spool pin Spool cap Nylon Swing the Primary Spool Pin into position at the back of the machine as shown above. Place a spool of thread on the pin and place the appropriate size spool cap over the thread. CONVERTING TO FREE-ARM SEWING This machine can be used either as a flatbed or as a freearm model. With the accessory box in place, the machine is a flatbed model with a large working surface, which slopes gently towards you to help the smooth flow of fabric. .
WINDING THE BOBBIN O ® ® l . Place thread on Telescoping Spool Pin. Draw thread through Rear Thread Guide and Bobbin Winder Tension Disc as indicated. . Pull end of thread through any hole in bobbin; place bobbin on Bobbin Winder Shaft with end of thread coming from top of bobbin as shown above. Pull out to . Push Bobbin Winder Latch against bobbin until it clicks. Then pull Hand Wheel away from machine to disengage clutch (see diagram below).
THREADING THE BOBBIN CASE ® ® ® ® 1. Remove accessory box. 2. Remove bobbin the front. cover plate by lifting Pull thread through slot about 4 inches of thread. 6. Replace bobbin thread to emerge plate. (B) and leave up 3. Insert bobbin into bobbin case making sure bobbin rotates counter clockwise. 4. Pull thread through the left. 10 5.
THREADING TOP THREAD Fig. 1 [ In'_ °=.'_/ ' = III llF . .i ili........ • i._ i _._, !-i_ :i i_ol Fig. 2 , Raise slotted take-up lever to its highest position. Place thread spool onto spool pin. Place appropriate spool cap over the spool of thread. Draw thread through rear thread guide (A) and into threading channel (B) toward you. (Fig. 1) Fig. 3 , . Draw thread down and around check spring (C) and up through slotted take-up lever (D). (Fig.
PICKING UP BOBBIN THREAD 1. Raise presser foot lever. Hold needle thread loosely in left hand and push,!_eedle up/down switch two times or rotate hand wheel toward you one complete turn. 2. ® Bring bobbin thread thread. up by pulling upper / . ® Pull both threads under and to the back of the presser foot, leaving 3 to 4 inches of thread clear. / \ \ If yOu can not pick up bottom thread following above steps, then check: 1. Is needle threaded ? 2.
CONTROLS THREAD STRAIGHT TENSION CONTROL STITCHING STRAIGHT STITCH JUST RIGHT The good looking appearance of your straight stitching is, mainly determined by the balanced tension of the top thread and bobbin thread. The tension is well balanced when the two threads lock in the middle of the layers of fabric when straight stitching. You can achieve balanced tension by regulating the Top Thread Tension Control. If the upper thread appears to be too tight, dial left (lower numbers) to decrease tension.
STITCH SELECTOR INDICATOR Stitch indic&toa m ..... == ANVV_ alp Stitch selector =.t ,,.t""%_ (--,,_'_ 1. To select a stitch, be sure needle is out of fabric at its highest position. Push the stitch selector in and out to release the mechanism. 2. Then turn the selector to left or right until the required stitch is indicated by the red light on the indicator panet. ._--,_=,;'.o-=,. ,_ V-V-V-V" =. AND ...... ! _-6 iJ _ I1: __ eleclrorr_c •,,, U.UJ_LLt •i, _.-3.
STITCH LENGTH CONTROL The stitch length control regulates the length of the stitch_you select. THE HIGHER-THE NUMBER-THE SHORTER THE STITCH. Turn only the, outer rim of this control to set the stitch length. Stitch length control The number on stitch length control indicates the approximate number of stitches per inch. The stitch setting you use will be determined by the thickness of the fabric you are sewing. • A longer stitch setting should be used for thicker fabric or more layers of fabric.
BUTTONHOLE CONTROL This control is used in making bar tacked buttonholes with two control settings. Detailed instructions are given on page 51. PRESSURE REGULATOR Presser foot pressure is vital for straight seams, uniform stitch length, even handling of both layers of fabric. To adjust pressure; use Pressure Regulator which is situated inside the face cover. Then to increase pressure, turn the dial clockwise (or vice versa). Just remember..
SEAM GUIDES Seam guides are printed on needle plate, at both sides of needle, to help you line up the fabric and keep it straight. The standard seam width is 5/8". So these lines are emphasized, easy to follow. I Also the cross iines are "cornering guides" to help when turning a square corner 5/8" from the fabric edge. (For details on cornering, see page 30.) Cornering PRESSER FOOT Guide LEVER Presser foot lever has a two position lift.
ACCESSORIES NEEDLES I I II I Use KENMORE needles. The size of the needle should conform with the size of the thread and both should be suitable to the fabric. Kenmore needles are color-coded by size for your convenience (See chart on next page). Never use a bent needle or one with a dull point. The exact length of your needle is shown at left. Be sure you never use one in your machine that is not this exact length. You will find among your accessories a "Q._F'FI)LF:",. with blue shank.
NEEDLE, THREAD AND FABRIC LIGHTWEIGHT: Batiste. Dimity, Chiffon. Silks, Synthetic Jerseys. Fine Lace. Organza. Crepe, Taffeta. Voile, Organdy MEDIUMWEIGHT: Cotton, [" Cotton Blends. Percale. Gingham. ! Shantung, Pique. Seersucker. !' Satin. Knits. Vinyl. Suitings. Linen, Wool Crepe. Leather MEDIUM HEAVYWEIGHT: Corduroy, Denim. Wool. Sailcloth, Wool Flannel, Gabardine. Velvets, Leather HEAVYWEIGHT: Coatings, Upholstery. Cotton Duck. Heavy Twills.
EVEN Needle clamp Presser foot screw Presser bar. clamp Presser bar Presser foot arm FEED FOOT The even feed foot moves top and bottom material together evenly and enables you to sew hard-to-sew fabrics without sliding nor slipping and with perfect matching. Use it for sewing leather, ultra suede shiny fabrics (vinyls, patents and satins), bonded fabrics, pile fabrics and matching stripes, plaids and patterns. It is not recommended for use when stretch stitching.
EDGESTITCHER This one attachment helps you join fabric edges ...insert lace ...do seam piping ... simplifies blind hemming as well as "French'" seams. Slots numbered 1 to 5 serve as sewing guides: Slot 1 will guide fabric to be joined to lace. All you have to do is place the lace in slot 2. Slot 4 will guide piping being joined to fabric edges. Place the fabric in slots 2 or 3. 4 Slot 5 may be used as a guide when sewing French seams which are stitched twice, once on right side and once on other side.
NEEDLE PLATES You are provided , ;_, !luu!!._ fl, _., I!UUi,,_ II A B Fig. 1 with two needle plates: A. Needle plate with wide zigzag stitching. oval hole for all B. Needle plate with round hole for regular straight stitching and straight stretch sewing. CHANGING ° , NEEDLE PLATE Raise needle to its highest raise presser foot. Remove accessory plate. position and box and bobbin cover 3. Remove needle plate by placing thumb under edge of plate and lifting up and out. (See Fig. 2) , @ @ 5.
CARING FOR THE MACHINE CLEANING THE FEED DOGS WITH A BRUSH To insure the best possible operation of your machine, it is necessary to keep the essential parts clean at all times. Remove bobbin cover plate and needle plate. Using a small brush, remove the lint that accumulates in and around the feed dogs and shuttle area. CLEANING AND SHU'FrLE AREA dogs Shuttle OILING On rare occasions, you may want to clean the shuttle area. Just follow these simple steps. 1.
OIUNG PLATE "' A B '; : I " t' TOP COVER Remove top cover plate by loosening bNO top screws (A and B) as shown at left. Then place one or two drops of Kenmore sewing machine oil at each point. ii.i "Lz': ! UNDER :I "_ L_L.."_: i / ...................... -'--'LZ----'-'_'..__'_'_LL.J OILING ................................... ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: m :,.......... ,._......... lj........::........... } _::,,. j ,_i 2i,.. .....!_....... ,IL.......
OILING IN FACE COVER PLATE ................. L-_ Swing face cover plate open and oil points indicated by arrows in illustration. \ ii OILING IN END COVER PLATE A drop of oil should be placed through hole indicated in the end cover plate. the i ! I ! ! ! ! i i i ! ! CHANGING LIGHT BULB The sewing light is located inside the face cover plate as shown. To replace the bulb, push switch to off, unplug machine and swing the face cover plate open.
CHECKING SUSPECTED PROBLEM IRREGULAR STITCHES PROBABLE CAUSE Incorrect size needle. Improper threading. •-.Loose upper thread tension. Pulling fabric. Light pressure on presser foot. Loose presser foot. Unevenly wound bobbin. Nicks or burrs at needleplate opening. BREAKING NEEDLE Pulling fabric. Incorrect size needle. Incorrect setting of needle. Loose presser foot. BUNCHING OF THREAD Upper and lower threads not drawn back under presser foot before starting seam.
POSSIBLY EASY CORRECTION Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric. Rethread machine; check tension spring threading. Tighten upper thread tension. Do not pull fabric; guide it gently. Increase prpssure on presser foot. Reset presser foot. Rewind bobbin. Replace needleplate, or polish off burrs completely. Do not pull fabric; guide it gently. Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric, Reset needle. Reset presser foot.
2. STARTING TO SEW Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided for the machine, you are ready to start to sew with your sewing machine. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew: Check the needle-it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point. It should be the correct size for the fabric and thread being used. Do not be afraid to change your needle frequently.
MACHINE SETTING CHART O Buttonhole control " Stitch width dial ! |- Stitch modifier Needle plate Machine settings are graphically shown in this section for your quick reference. Simply Presser foot Stitch length following illustrated charts, select and sew a variety of stitches shown below...
STRAIGHT STITCHING !i ;uiI n * Straight stitch needle plate * Straight foot , Any setting but"0"" *You may use zigzag, straight stitch foot or Q foot, but for best control of fabric, best looking straight stitches and best feeding of fabric use Straight Stitch Foot and Needle Plate. FASTENING electronic "!1 Be sure both threads are drawn back under the presser foot. Lower needle into fabric about 1/2 inch from beginning of seam.
REMOVING FABRIC First turn the handwheel toward you until the needle is at its highest position, then raise the presser foot, draw materials to the rear and cut off excess thread with the thread cutter located on the presser bar as shown. TOP-STITCHING This is a seam you may want to show of!! It's on the front side of the garment, possibly at the top of a "kick pleat" or on a lapel, both functional and decorative.
TEMPORARY MACHINE Regular Basting SEWING BY Regular basting by machine is easy--simply use straight stitching with longest available length setting. And your machine has a free basting method for very long stitches that sometimes can be used for "marking". Free Method electronic FREE BASTING METHOD SETTINGS o o Basting switch - turn on Pressure regulator - 0 (DARN) Use feed cover plate.
ZIPPER APPLICATION - CORDING Home-sewn zippers can look as nice as those on expensive ready-mades. We recommend you follow directions, given on zipper package. There are two basic types: conventional, and invisible. Your Zipper Foot will assist you v_ith any of these installations. Use these simple settings: For conventional zippers... Your zipper foot is adjustable for use on right or left side of needle. Adjust foot so needle clears side notch on foot.
NARROW HEMMING Attach the Narrow Hemmer to the adjustable holder. Make sure that edge of the fabric is cut straight. Turn a tiny double hem (Vo inch) along edge for about two inches. Place end of this hem under Narrow Hemmer. Hold thread taut '_hile stitching along insid_ edge of hem. Feed fabric gradually into "scroll" in hemmer, guiding edcJe of fabric as shown. QUILTING Attach the quilting guide to presser foot as shown.
ZIGZAG STITCHING Simple zigzag stitching enables you to do many exciting things with your Kenmore sewing machine. Beyond basics, you'll use zigzag stitching to applique, embroider and monogram. Unlike straight stitches, zigzag stitches have a side-to-side width as well as a stitch length. You'll find "recipes" for many zigzag operations on following pages. You can create an exciting variety of zigzag stitches by adjusting stitch width and length controls (see chart below). o "'q'_- °_ 1_1t .......
OVERCASTING Stitch Selector- /VVVV_ Stitch Length 12 - 8 Stitch Width 3- 4 Use Overcast Foot. This is one of the more frequently used zigzag stitches on garment construction. You may want to overcast along the raw edge of each seam allowance or fold the raw edge toward the garment and stitch. Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric just short of the outside edge. Raw or worn edges of older garments can be overcast to prevent further raveling.
APPLIQUEING Settings same as Satin Stitching Select an applique design to be applied to your garment and baste it in place. Satin stitch around the raw edge of the applique completely covering the edge. You may want to do this with a contrasting color of thread. EMBROIDERY Settings same as Satin Stitching Satin stitch can be used to produce many different designs and patterns. To sew the flowers illustrated, back the fabric with interfacing or paper and draw on the design with tailor's chalk.
BUTTON SEWING Stitch Selector - AAAAA Stitch Width - Adjust to Button Size Use Feed Cover Plate and Clear Plastic Satin Stitch Foot. . Position the button tape. on fabric with clear 2. Center the left hole of button between straight seamline and the left edge of needle slot of foot and lower _oot to hold the button securely; PRESSER . FOOT LEFT HOLE OF STRAIGHT BU TTO N SEAMLINE !._ ! BUTTON until needle 4. Adjust stitch width control so needle will enter right hole of the button. 5.
MENDING AND OVERCAST MENDING A TEAR STITCHING (THREE-STEP ZIGZAG) ii!i:!i!iii!i!::iiiii!i:i :i:iiiii!iiiii!ii!iiiiiii: :" ::i:i:i:i:i:! i:i : : Stitch LengthStitch Width- iliiii iiliiiiiiiiiiiii!iiiii!iiiiii !i i! ili :i,i 0-24 3-4 _._. To repair a straight or three-cornered tear, position the tear under the needle in such a way that the stitching catches both sides of the tear. When mending a three-cornered tear, stitch from each end to the center.
BOX STITCH Stitch Length - 24- 12 Stitch Width2- 4 OVERLAPPED SEAM Box stitch is ideal for producing flat overlapped seams on almost any type of fabric and a bolder effect will result from sewing with a contrasting thread. Overlap the raw edges of two pieces of fabric 2" and pin or tack. Place the fabric right side up with the middle of the overlap under the center of the presser foot, so that the stitch sews just over the top and bottom raw edges.
BLIND HEMMING Blind hemming is a good technique to use on garments, and especially on curtains and drapery hems so that stitches need not show on the front of the fabric. Because your Kenmore has two types of blindstitches built in, blind hemming is easier than you'd expect. It's just a matter of folding..
Working on wrong side of fabric, fold hem up. Press and pin in place. Then fold hem allowance under.., leaving Vs"' of hem edge extending. D EDGE Place garment under blind stitch foot with the fold of the garment against guide and slide it by turning screw so that the zigzag just catches the fold. (Blind hemming can be simplified by also using the special Kenmore Edgestitcher- please refer to p. 21 for details.
SCALLOP STITCH PROCEDURE 1. With right sides of fabric together, sew near the folded edge with scallop stitch. 2. Trim allowance to 1/8" or less. Notch curves if necessary. Cut down into points. 3. Turn to right side and push scallops out evenly. If they do not seem even, be sure curves are notched similarly. Fig. 2. 4. Press flat.
STRETCH STITCHES 0 .i_-'' _ Jlli I i'!f C ---I 1--4 0 See next page. Zigzag needle plate ® Zi, Izag or Q foot Within yellow zone Stretch stitches, as their names imply, are mainly for use on stretch and knit fabrics such as stretch nylon, stretch towelling, jersey and cotton jersey; and for sewing together knitted garments. Stretch stitches are also often used on non-stretch fabrics. ® i i 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
ADJUSTING STRETCH STITCH BALANCE Stitch modifier should be in neutral (notched) position for most materials. Depending upon the type of fabric used, you may need to adjust this control to match forward stitches of stretch sewing with reverse motion stitches. If the stitches are too open, turn the control slightly clockwise; if the stitches overlap, turn the control counter-clockwise. RECOMMENDATION 1. It is recommended you use the Q set for sewing knit and woven synthetic fabrics. 2.
RI_KI- RACK STRETCH STITCH Stil_h ;elector- st= h.ength_/idth Sti_h YellowZone Yellow Zone stretch fabrics in any area that you use a zig zag stitch. This stitch can be .s a decorative top stitch as well. ;eful also It!_u: on lapped or abutted seams where you lap one edge of a seam over == anethq ;r with seamlines meeting in the center. 9= 4= '€ € =b '€ =1, € 4= HER STRETCH SelectorLength Width - STITCH _'<<_<<_, Yellow Zone 2-4 ; a good stitch to use with laces, on .
ELASTIC STRETCH STITCH •Stitch Selector -/kA/k,_ Stitch LengthYellowZone Stitch Width - 2 - 4 Use this versatile stitch to insert elastic in garments. Simply stitch elastic into place, making sure it is evenly spaced. To do this, mark the correct length piece into quarters, then match these markings with center front and side seams.
GEl"riNG THE MOST FROM FABRICS THAT GIVE Some stretchy suggestions... Be sure to use the Q SET'"with knits and any synthetic woven fabric -- and zigzag or satin foot as required. and lower foot. before lowering presser It is always a good idea to test thread tension and stitches on a scrap of the fabric being used. Loosely constructed knits sometimes catch over toes of presser foot. To remedy this, wrap short strip of transparent tape around the foot encasing both toes.
"Everyday" Stitches with Stretch Applications Use for all-purpose stretch sewing, seam finishing, edge finishing, or attaching stretch laces. //_/V_iV_ PLAIN ZIGZAG -VV'V-V- A good shell stitch for nylon tricot lingerie• BLIND HEM •__'¢_'_" ,h_Ww Can be use for attaching laces. girdle panels and applying stretch CRESCENT STITCH HINTS ON SEWING DIFFERENT FABRICS The chart below provides many details but you'll also want to remember...
BUTTONHOLE MAKING Your Kenmore brings you two buttonhole systems along with several special accessories that enable you to solve all your clbthes "closing" problems. _ Your built-in system enables you to sew buttonholes with finished ends (bar-tacked) by simply turning the stitch selector. Only two control settings are required. An important aid is the buttonhole 'guide foot.
BUTTONHOLE MAKING ° BUILT-IN SYSTEM PREPARATION Carefully mark the buttonhole length on your garment. Place the fabric with the buttonhole marked under the buttonhole foot. Pull the guide foot (A) all the way forward so that the index mark (B) is aligned with the graduation (C), with thread to rear. (Reproduction of the identical size buttonholes is facilitated with the aid of the graduations on the both sides of the buttonhole guide foot. These garduations are 1/8" (left side) or 2.
ADJUSTING Less density I STITCH DENSITY Depending upon the fabrics on which sewing, or your own preference in holes, you may alter buttonhole stitch by varying the original stitch length within the green buttonhole zone. I I . For more #_O More density ® t, density, turn you are buttondensity setting the dial toward " 2. For less density, "12".
BuI-rONHOLE MAKING - USING BUTTONHOLE ATTACHMENT 0 1 -- I_ Zigzag needle plate and feed cover plate I,i!t-°n III Buttonhole foot Any setting REGULAR WORKED BUTTONHOLE (STRAIGHT, KEYHOLE AND EYELET) PROCEDURE Stitch Selector - /VVVV_ Stitch Width 1 - 1½ Zigzag Needle Plate Feed Cover Plate Buttonhole Foot 1. Raise needle to its highest position and raise presser foot. Remove accessory box and bobbin cover plate.
. ® Guide. slot I,H/J i Lil .IJ Slip guide plate onto machine so it fits in place with pinion gear in the center of arc hole of template. Be sure guide block is inserted in guide slot. Guide . Pick up bobbin thread through guide plate by turning hand wheel. Place fabric between presser foot and guideplate. Align marked buttonhole with cut-out of foot. Line up edge of fabric with markings on guideplate.
PURL-EDGE BUTTONHOLE To add a professional touch to your sewing you will want to make purledged buttonholes. These are obtained by sewing a wide buttonhole over a narrow stitched buttonhole. ' Choose the correct size for your button, insert the template into the guide plate turning to the narrower of the sizes. Use the same settings as for regular buttonhole and adjust stitch width control to 1. STEP 1 Drop the guide plate over the pinion gear and sew around the buttonhole once.
BOUND BUTTONHOLE A template had been provided so that you may sew perfectly sized rectangles each time you make a bound buttonhole. Just follow the directions given below. SETTING Stitch Width - 0 or Stitch Selector ...... Pressure Regulator - 1 or 2 Other settings same as regular worked buttonhole Fig. 1 1. Space buttonholes on garment-mark length on right side of fabric with pins. Place patch of fabric over each buttonhole and mark ends of buttonhole with chalk or pencil. Baste patch into place.
, Fold patch forming lips of buttonhole. Press and baste lips together. (Fig. 5) Fig. 5 5. Stitch across pleats patch. (Fig. 6) formed by lips of Fig. 6 6. After buttonhole has been pressed, baste facing of garment around buttonhole and slash opening in facing same length as buttonhole. (Mark ends of buttonhole with pins for guides). Turn under facing edges and hem to buttonhole carefully. (Fig. 7, 8) FACING SIDE I I I i Slash Opening in Facing Fig. 7 FACING SIDE Hem to Buttonhole 7.
CHOOSING BUTTONHOLE STYLE AND SIZE Eyelet buttonholes (another variation of "straight") most often are used for studs on skirts or holes for tongues of belt buckles. Each buttonholing situation will be different so you will want to experiment with your garment, considering fabric and placement of button. Here are some basic applications: Purl-edge buttonholes are made by stitching a larger straight buttonhole on top of a narrow one- for a unique look.
DECORATIVE EMBROIDERY DESIGNS O ,r ...... h ...... ,_ 4-1 See next page. ?? Zigzag needle plate Zigzag or satin foot i:,,ilH °i I-_ ° i Green patterns Yellow patterns Domino You may get the look and feel of hand embroidery infinitely faster and easier by your machine. Diamond Just choose which of the designs you want to sew alone or in combination with each other. Crescent TIPS ON DESIGN STITCHING Arabesque 1. Always make a practice design on a scrap of the fabric you plan to use. 2.
ADJUSTING STITCH YELLOW PATTERNS BALANCE OF When sewing yellow patterns, you may need to make slight adjustment to the stitch modifier to produce perfect designs. If the stitches are too far apart, turn the control slightly clockwise; if they are closer together, turn counter-clockwise. APPLICATIONS Create the loveliest of custom designs-your own personal touch. There is much you can do by adjusting stitch width or length. Below Crescent pattern on collar you see some applications and variations.
WARRANTY FULL 30-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD For 30 years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects in material or workmanship which appear in the sewing machine head. FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY SEWING MACHINE ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF For two years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects in material or workmanship which appear in the electrical equipment of the sewing machine, including motor, wiring, switch and speed control.
Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co. Stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. The model number of your Sewing Machine will be shown on your nomenclature plate on the back of your Sewing Machine. See page 3 for location.
