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n
Topstitch around the zipper.
Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper
opening and align the zipper teeth with the side
of the presser foot.
a Right side of fabric
b End of zipper opening
c Reverse stitches
d Beginning of stitching
e Basting stitching
o
When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the
end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine
with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and
then raise the presser foot lever.
p
Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper,
and then continue sewing.
● When sewing, be sure that the needle
does not touch the zipper, otherwise the
needle may bend or break.
