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You can remove the flat bed for free arm
sewing.
The free arm provides for easier sewing of fabric
in tubes. Place sleeves and trouser legs on the
free arm, as shown.
Some example uses of free arm sewing:
- Repairing elbows and knees of garments
will be easier.
- Sewing sleeves will be easier. In particular,
in case of smaller garments.
- Appliqués, embroidery or hemming edges,
cuffs or trouser legs.
- Sewing elastic waistbands on skirts
and trousers.
The straightedge will help you stitch straight and
parallel seams along the edge of the fabric.
Slightly turn the thumb screw of the
straightedge into the tap hole which is located
on the right, next to the throat plate.
Adjust the guide to the desired distance, then
tighten the screw.
To help you, a few guide lines are marked on the
throat plate.
Slide the quilting guide into the opening under
the spring clamp as shown.
Draw the first seam in advance with tailor's
chalk and then proceed to sew.
With the aid of the quilting guide, proceed to
sew the second seam parallel to the first one.
The distance between the seams can be
regulated by adjusting the slide bar in the
direction of the arrow.
