Smocking Stitches
The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called “smocking”. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs.
The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric.
Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and loosen the thread tension.
Attach zigzag foot “J”.
Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm (approx. 3/8 inch) and pull the bobbin threads to create gathers.
Smooth the gathers by ironing them.
Select from the stitches below.
Stitch between the straight stitches and pull out the threads for the straight stitches.
