Creative Pfaff 4 Manual

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Sequencing
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The patchwork program makes it possible for you 
to program an exact seam length that can be sewn 
repeatedly. This is very useful when quilting.
To program a seam length, activate the patchwork 
program (C). Sew your desired seam length and 
press the reverse button. The action indicator on 
the machine will be lit until the last repetition of 

seam. The length of the patchwork sequence is...

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These techniques may require some special presser 
feet and accessories.
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There are different ways to sew in zippers. Follow 
the directions included with your pattern for best 
results.
For some zipper applications it is important to sew 
close to the teeth of the zipper. The zipper foot 4 can 
be snapped onto the presser foot holder on the left 
or right, for stitching on either side of the zipper. Set 
the stitch position so that...

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Blindhem stitch 
number 1.1.16Elastic blindhem 
stitch number 1.1.17
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Stich number 1.1.9 can be used to overcast raw 
edges. Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on 
the left side and overcasts the edge on the right side.
Stitch number 1.1.9 can also be used as an 
elastic stitch to add elastic to pajamas, skirts and 
sportswear.
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The blindhem stitch number 1.1.16 is used to 
make invisible hems on skirts, trousers and home 
decorating. Use...

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Buttonholes
Buttonholes are found in category 1, subcategory 
1.3 in the selection menu. You can also scroll 
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buttonhole subcategory.
Note: Buttonholes up to 50 mm can be sewn using 
the Sensormatic buttonhole foot. Both sides of the 
Sensormatic buttonhole are sewn in the same direction 
for a more even result.
Buttonholes over 50 mm are sewn manually in four steps 
with presser foot 5M.
The direction of the stitches being sewn...

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Manual buttonhole
To sew a manual buttonhole, use presser foot 
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buttonhole. Touch the reverse button. The machine 
sews the bartack and the second column. When the 
columns are aligned, press the reverse button to sew 
the second bartack.
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When you have adjusted your buttonhole, use the 
repeat buttonhole function (25), to sew identical 
copies. As long as that icon is selected, the machine 
will repeat...

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Sew on a button
To sew on a button, remove the presser foot and 
select the sew on button program. The feed dogs 
will automatically be lowered.
Place the button under the presser foot holder. Use 
the mirroring icon to make sure the holes in the 
button are aligned with the swing of the needle 
and the width is appropriate for the actual button. 
If needed change the width between holes with the 
width icons.
If needed, increase or decrease the number of 
stitches that will fasten...

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A quilt usually consists of three layers, two layers of 
fabric with a layer of batting sandwiched between.
To sew three layers together, you have a wide 
variety of stitches and techniques to choose from. 

or make it into cushions, wearable art or other 
smaller projects.
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Attach the straight stitch neede plate (optional 
accessory, part number 412964304) when piecing 
your quilt. The smaller hole in the straight stitch 
needle plate...

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Free-motion stippling adds texture and interest to 
your quilt, while keeping the layers together. 
Free-motion stippling is done with the feed 
dogs lowered. You move the fabric manually to 
determine the stitch length.
1.  Set your sewing machine for free-motion 
sewing with a straight stitch. Attach the straight 
stitch needle plate. Touch the free-motion 
options icon (A) and select one of the three 
options.
Note: Read about the different options on page...

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The 6th stitch category includes special sewing 
technique stitches such as candlewicking, beading 
stitches, edge stitches, four direction sewing, 
stacking stitches and ribbon stitches. These 
techniques may require some special presser feet 
and accessories. This is indicated by the optional 
presser foot icon (A). 
Note: Touch Quick help and then touch the selected 

presser foot is required for that stitch.
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Use the four direction...

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Sew beautiful decorations in two colors using the 
stacking stitches. The stacking stitches consist of pairs 
of matching stitches that are designed to be sewn on 
top of each other. 
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point for each. 
Touch Quick Help (29) and one of the stacking 
stitches to preview what the stitches look like when 
combined/stacked.
Ribbon stitches
Add dimensional elements to your decorative 
stitching with the beautiful ribbon...