Description
Description
Machine Compatibilty: coverlock 4.0 and 3.0, hobbylock 2.5
The Blindhem & Lace Foot is great for sewing invisible hems and applying lace. The hem is sewn, overcast and trimmed in one step.
How to use:
How to use:
- Set the overlock machine for the desired stitch.
- Snap-on the Blindhem Foot.
- Fold and press the hem in place. Turn the hem back on itself toward the right side of the fabric. Leave ¼” (6mm) of the edge exposed.
- Place the hem under the foot with the fold against the guide on the foot.
- Loosen the guide screw to adjust the guide so that the needle just catches the thread of the fold.
- Guide the fabric as you sew, making sure the fold of the fabric is always against the guide.
- Open the fabric and press lightly on the wrong side.
- Test on a scrap piece of fabric before sewing your project.
Lace:
Lace:
- Set the overlock machine for the desired stitch
- Snap on the Blindhem Foot.
- Place the wrong side of the lace to the right side of the fabric.
- Place under the foot with the fabric extending to the right of the guide. The header of the lace will be against the left side of the guide.
- Loosen the guide screw to adjust the guide so the needle just catches the header of the lace.
- Guide the fabric as you sew, making sure the header of the lace is always against the guide.
- When finished, open the lace flat. Fold the seam allowance to the back of the fabric and press.
- If using insertion lace, repeat on the other side of the lace.