114 Buttonholes – Important Information
Corded Buttonholes
Cords
• gimp cord reinforces buttonholes and enhances
their appearance
• the loop of the cord should be at the end of the
buttonhole most subject to wear
•
position the work accordingly under the presser
foot
• gimp cord is particularly recommended for
standard and stretch buttonholes
Suitable Cords:
• Perle cotton No. 8
• strong hand-sewing thread
• fine crochet yarn
Attaching the Cord Onto Presser Foot No. 3C
insert the needle at the beginning of the buttonhole
raise the presser foot
hook the cord over the center toe of the foot
place both ends of the cord in the grooves on the
sole of the foot and pull them to the back
lower the presser foot
Sewing
sew the buttonhole in the usual manner, do not
hold the cord tightly
the buttonhole will form over the cord, covering it
Securing the Cord
pull the cord through the buttonhole until the loop
disappears into the end
pull the ends of the cord through to wrong side of
the fabric, knot or secure with stitches
TIP
With presser foot No. 3C also round and keyhole
buttonholes can be reinforced with cord.
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