BABY LOCK SA171 Gathering Foot Instructions
- June 12, 2024
- Baby Lock
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BABY LOCK SA171 Gathering Foot
Gather the fast and easy way with the Baby Lock Gathering Foot. Fabric layers are placed under the foot and gathered automatically. Make ruffles for garments, pillows, or other home décor items. Use the Gathering Foot to cut sewing time in half for decorative applications like mock smocking or puffing for heirloom creations.
Tips
When testing machine for adjustments to achieve desired fullness, work with 10” increments of 3 fabrics, trims, or elastic. This makes it easier to determine the adjustments and how much change is needed for your project. Always test on your project fabric on the same grain line as you will be using in your finished project. Using the cross grain of the fabric will make prettier gathers than the straight of grain.
INSTRUCTIONS
A number of factors will affect the amount of fullness that is achieved:
- Stitch length: If adjusted to a longer stitch – more fullness. If the stitch length is shortened – less fullness.
- Needle tension: If needle tension is tightened – more fullness. If less tension-less fullness.
- Fabric types: If your fabric is light, such as batiste or lace, you will have more fullness. If the fabric is heavier, such as broadcloth or decorator fabrics, the fullness will be less.
- Raise presser foot and raise the needle to the highest position.
- Loosen and remove screw using the screwdriver included with your machine.
- Attach the Gathering Foot and tighten the screw. Sew.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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