Singer Cg 590 C Owners Manual

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Mending with Multi-Stitch Zigzag 
 
The Multi-Stitch is a three-step zigzag stitch.  It is stronger than a traditional 
zigzag stitch and is used for mending, reinforcing a seam, darning, applying 
elastic and many other techniques.  It is ideal when mending tears.  
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:    Multi-Stitch Zigzag 
Pattern Selector:       C 
Stitch Width:     2-5 
Stitch Length:   0.5-1 
Presser Foot:   Special Purpose Foot (J) 
Needle Position:       Center 
 
Materials
: 
2” x 2” denim...

25   
 
Crazy Quilting 
 
Crazy Quilting is done by stitching scraps of velvets, silks, cottons, satins and 
other fine fabrics onto a foundation fabric.  The fabrics are various shapes.   
The fabric edges are then embellished with decorative stitches, often done with 
decorative threads.  This technique is popular and can be used in wearable art, 
home decorator projects and more. 
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:   Decorative Stitches  
Pattern Selector:  B, C, D, E, F, G or H       
Stitch Width:...

26   
 
Straight Stretch Stitch  
for Woven Fabrics 
 
This stitch is wonderful for built-in strength!  It is ideal when sewing heavy-
weight fabrics or when it is desired to have a bolder-looking straight stitch.  Try 
it as a topstitch on jeans, a home decorating project, or when an extra-strong 
seam is needed, such as in children’s clothing. 
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:              Straight Stretch Stitch 
Pattern Selector:  A 
Stitch Width:    1, no width 
Stitch Length:  Stretch Setting 
Presser...

27   
 
Straight Stretch Stitch 
for Stretch Fabrics 
  
In the 1970’s, fabrics that had stretch were introduced.  Previously, only woven-
type fabrics were available for home sewers.  When a standard straight stitch is 
sewn on stretch fabric, it will “pop” or break when the fabric is stretched.   
Special stitches were created to allow “no-pop” sewing on stretch fabrics, and 
these stitches are called Stretch Stitches or Flexi-stitches.  Today, stretch  
fabrics are used to make exercise outfits, dance...

28   
 
Ribbing Application 
 
The Overedge Stretch Stitch makes sewing seams on knits look as though they 
were finished on a serger.  This stitch is stronger and more durable than 
overlock/serger stitching.  The stitch incorporates a straight stitch and a finishing 
stitch into one operation.  This allows for professional finish on  projects, and is 
especially popular on sweatshirts. 
                       
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:   Overedge Seam Stitch 
Pattern Selector:      D 
Stitch Width:...

29   
 
Overedge Stitching 
 
When joining two pieces of fabric, it is usually necessary to finish the edges.  
This prevents raveling of the fabric and provides for a professional finish.    
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:   Overedged Seam Stitch  
Pattern Selector:   D 
Stitch Width:    5  
Stitch Length:  Stretch Setting 
Presser Foot:  Special Purpose Foot (J) 
Needle Position:      Center 
 
Materials
: 
(2) pieces of woven fabric 
 
Procedure
: 

30   
 
Seam Allowances with Stretch  
Overedged Seam Stitch
 
 
This technique is ideal for making an unlined garment or when the seam  
allowances may show.  All the edges are finished prior
 to construction.  This 
prevents raveling of the fabric and makes a professional finish on woven and 
knit fabrics.  
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:   Overedged Seam Stitch 
Pattern Selector:  D 
Stitch Width:    5  
Stitch Length:  Stretch Setting 
Presser Foot:  Special Purpose Foot (J)* 
Needle Position:...

31   
 
Attaching Elastic 
 
Elastic can be applied directly to the fabric, such as when making lingerie. 
If the elastic is ⅜” wide or less, the elastic can be placed into the General  
Purpose Foot’s opening, making it easier to evenly stretch the elastic while 
sewing.  
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:   Honeycomb Stitch  
Pattern Selector:  C 
Stitch Width:     5  
Stitch Length:  2-3  
Presser Foot:           General Purpose Foot 
Needle Position:      Center 
 
Materials
: 
Nylon Tricot 4” x 8” 
⅜”...

32   
 
Sewing with a Wing Needle 
 
Use a Wing Needle to create a beautiful heirloom look on pillowcases, napkins, 
or special occasion garments.  A Wing Needle is very wide and makes a large 
opening or hole in the fabric every time it stitches.  Several different types of 
stitches can be used.  For best results, use a stitch with forward-back  
movement, so that the needle penetrates the same hole more than once. 
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:   Zigzag Stitch  
Pattern Selector:  A 
Stitch Width:...

33   
 
Twin Needle Sewing 
 
By using a Twin Needle, two parallel rows of stitching can be sewn at the same 
time.  A straight stitch using a twin needle sewing creates a sporty hem on knit 
wear, a sophisticated top-stitch or a decorative embellishment. 
 
Machine Set-Up
: 
Stitch:   Straight Stitch  
Pattern Selector:      A 
Stitch Width:    1, no width 
Stitch Length:  3-5 
Presser Foot:  Special Purpose Foot or General Purpose Foot 
Needle:   Twin Needle*  
Needle Position:      Center...