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The type of thread or needle size will be relerredto subsequentlyonly in specialcases.

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Practical Sewing Advice

The Instruction Booklet shows you how to operate vour Elna.

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This Sewing Guide containspracticalhintsfor easv sewing.lt will help you to get the best out ol your Elnaand spend many happy hourswith it.

Although far from being exhaustive, the Guide gives you a good idea of the wide rangeof possibilities lor practical and decorative sewing that are availableto you, eitherby using the standardequipmentof your machine,or by acquiringone of the additionalextra. accessones.

Rememberto inquireregularlyat Elnashops and you will constantlymake interestingdiscoveries. lf you want to look up something in a hury, consult the index on the last pago.

Needle, Thread and Material It is preferableto use good quality dull or mercerized thread. For darning, use fine left-twist thread, because it is stronger. Rememberthat a dry thread becomes brittle.The best sewing machinewill give poor results with a bad needle.

A golden rule: Select the thread according to the type of work and material, and the needle according to the thread: Darning,sewing or embroiderythread.dependingon the fineness.durabilityor appearanceof the job to First,get usedto simplesewing and you will be able to make use of other EInapossibilities with greater confidence, later on,

See pages: 2-6 2-4, A-19 2-4,22-36 2-4,22-47 Other sewing work and extra accessories 48-53 ElnaLotus-ec ElnaLotus-zz ElnaLotus-sp Elna Lotus-tsp

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Your new Elna Lotus The sarneInstructionManual is usedfor the three ElnaLotus models,as they have a numberof Jeatures in common, Description

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You will find that everything is ready for your everyday sewing jobs:

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5 The sewing foot, for the usualstraightand zigzag slrtches.

6 A n u m b e r8 0 n e e d l e( m e d i u ms i z e ) ,

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10to 17 Thereis no longerany needto changethe pressureof the sewing {oot. It is universaland has been adjustedat the factoryto cope wtth sheeras well as thick fabrics.

Sewing with the Efna Lotus-zz (zigzag) - C1.22 w i t h t h e E l n a L o t u s - s p ( s p e c i a l-) C | . 3 2 with practicalautomaticstitches

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Preparation It is not necessary to removeyour Elna Lotus from a carryingcase, 1 Open it by pressingthe claspslightly upwardsto free the protectionflaps.Open them our In tne order2-4-3, to form a comfortablesewing suface.

Do you want to find a particular piece of information quickly? See pages41 and 42 ofthis booklet, Sewing advice is given in the Sewing Guide, bookletNo. 2.

Service: Should you requireany further informatjon, pleasedon't hesitateto ask your Elnadealer.His competentstaff will be glad to answeryour questions.

In accordancewith the termsof the guaranree,ne ts alsothe only personauthorizedto attendto any mechanicaladlustmentson your Elna Lotus.

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Lower tension: red number" 1 " lacing the lever fjg.3.

Upper tension: Brown line, number5,Iacing the g u i d em a r k- f i g . 4 .

Any adjustment of the upper tension thal may be desired(for nylon and metallicthreads-see page2and specialkinds of sewing etc.) can be made by turningthe regulatorknob, A good tension - fig.5 The threadsare locked properlybetweenthe two layersof material.

Upper tension too strong - fig. 6 The lower thread is visibleon top. Decreasethe tension.turn to the thinnerlines,from 5 to 1.

Upper tension too weak - fig.7 The upperthread is visibleunderneaththe material.

Increasethe tension,turn to the thickerlines, from 5 to 9.

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lf the lower tension should haveto be moditied (nylon or elasticthread).turn the graduatedscrew The graduationmarksmake it with the screwdriver. easyto resetthe universaltension.Fig. 3. lf the tensionsare to be tried out for a Darticular sewingjob, this should be done on a double layerol extramaterial(and not single),the same as will actuallybe sewn,

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Your Elna Lotus is a convertible sewing machine You can use it with the convenientsewing table,by leavingthe protectionflaps openedout, or with the

skirts,aprons,patcheson the seatsof trousers, pockets,etc,

You can obtainthe free arm by removingthe 3 prot e c t i o nf l a p s ,n a m e l y :

You put the flaps back in placein the reverseorder,

1 2 F l a p s1 a n d 2 : o p e n ( o r r a i s e )t h e f t a p st o a horizontalposition(A), pressthem towardsthe r e d m a r k( l ) a n d l i f t r h e o t h e re n d ( l l ) . I h e f l a p s will then come free.

3 F l a p3 : p r e s st h e b u t t o n( B ) w h i l e r a i s i n ga n d p u l l i n gt h e f l a p u p w a r d s .

4 Th s gives you a free arrn,which makesit easyto sew the openingsof trousers,the waistbandsof

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Medium and heavy materials:Longerstitches.

Guide the work onty, wirhout holdingit back.

Stitches that are too long-fig. 9 for exampre lretweenstitch lengths2 and 3, have a tendencyto gathersheermaterials.From '1to 1%,the sewing will be done with neat results.

3 Start by inserringflap 3 in the slit.

The red mark " a " should be on the outslde.

P u s hi t r i g h rd o w n , u n t i l i t c l i c k s i n t o p t a c e .

2-'1 Next,fit the flaps 2 and '1,holdingthem in a h o r i z o n t a l p o s i t ; o n . P l a c et h e e n d m a r k e di n r e d ( l ) i n t h e h o l eo f t h e h i n g e .P r e s st h e f l a p towardsthe hinge and placethe other end ( ) in the hole.

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For sewing over thick pleatsor acrossseams,place the work as shown in the illustration-fig.11, lt will passmorefreelybeneaththe loot, without getting caught.

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Your Elna Lotus is easy to understand Here are its main parts: 'I 3-positionsafety dial. Your ElnaLotusis delivered with the dial set at the safe position," O ". In this positionthe mechanismis locked.The machine cannot be stafted inadvertently,The two other positionsare sewing " i " and bobbin winding " I ". Turn the safety dial to the sewing position

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Dependingon model, see following pages.

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Selector

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Rotary hook cover.

Threadtake-up lever.

In accordance with the recommendations of specialised safety, standards and electrical control authorities, the sewing machine must be disconnected from the main supply by removing the plug from the socket-outlgt whenever :

Bobbin winder,

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Built-in sewing light. Input '15W maximum.

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13 Electricfoot control and cord.

'14 Insertthe plug into the machineso that the cords lead towards the rear of the machine.

Try out your Elna Lotus by runningit for a lew turns without thread. The further you press down the foot control's moveable button, the faster your Elnawill run.

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1 2 Specificationplate.lVakesurethat the voltage (volts) is the sameas that indicatedon the light bulbs in your home.

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You can distinguish your Lotus model from anothersimply . by checkingthe initialsmarkedon the machineand . by the selection and adjustment controls.

Dependingon the modelchosen, y o u r E l n a L o t u s c o m p r i s e st h e f o l l o w i n g :

Efna LOtus-zz (zigzas) Ct.22 2 Stitch width dial - For zigzag, needlepositionand fast pre-setbuttonhole.

3 Stitch length dial - For forward and reversesewing.

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This generallypresentsno problems,but fememberto adaptthe stitch lengthto the type of matefial.

Fine material: faifly shortstitches. l\,4edium or heavy materialiIongerstitches.

O n l y g u i d e t h e w o r k , w i t h o u th o l d i n gi t b a c ko r p u l l i n gi t .

The stitches are too long - fig. 16 Stitch lengthsbetween2 and 3, for example,may causefine materialto gather.Reducethe stitch length to between1 and 1 % and the sewing will be correct.

When testlngtensionsfof a specialsewingjob, use a double thicknessof material(not a singleone), as 1 5 wlll be the casewhen the actualsewingwork is staned.

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Elna LOTUS-Sp (speciat) Ct.32 wirh practicalautomaticstitches. l Selector - Forchoosing the automatic stitches: straight stitch,zigzag,elasticblind stitch (or edging stitch),overcasting sritch (or specialzigzag).

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Stitch width dial - Fot zigzag, needle position. pre-set buttonhole and other practical stitches.

3 Stitch length dial - For torward and reversesewing,

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The use of the dialsand the selectorwill be explainedas sewing is described.

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Do not-forget to lower the foot lever again, otherwise the sewing will not be satisf;ctorv.

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l Selector that makesjt possibleto choosefrom: - the " black " stitches, which are automatic stitches: straight stitch, zigzag,elastic blind stitch (or edging stitch), overcastingstitch (or special ztgzagl; ol - the " red " stitches (red zone), which are superautomaticstitches: stretchabletriple seam, elastic edging stitch (or overcasting stitch), triple zigzagand tricot stitch.

2 Stitch width dial - For zigzag, needle position, Iast pre-ser buttonholeas well as black and red Dractical stitches(red guide marks).

3 Stitch length dial For forward and reversesewing.

- " Black" liguresand guide mafks,for sewing automatic stitches.

- " Red " A position,for sewing supemutomatic stitches.

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To gather a line or mediumfabric,it js possibleto make useof the stitch length and, if necessary, the tensions.Set the maximumstitch length4 and a very weak uppertensjon.Sew two parallelrows of stitches, one next to the other. Knot the threads at one end and pull the lower threadsto form the gathers. lt is then easy lo spread out the gathers on the threads.to give roundnessto a sleeve,for example.

For morethan just occasionalgatheringjobs, use the gatheringIoot-see paqe 54.

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A good hint for sheerfabrics: placethe edge of the materialunderneaththe middleof the sewing foot (fig. 22), stitch width 4, stitch length 1. A very neat overcasting, with a finishedwidth of about 2 mm ( 1 / s " ) ,w i l l b e o b t a i n e d .

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Placethe patch over the damagedponion. Sew two rows of zigzagstitches,one alongthe edgeof the patch and the othef slightlyin from rhe first row (fig. 24).

Cut out the damagedareaof the originalmaterial, closeto the stitching.This simple methodavoids 21 excessthicknessesot felled seams, 22 2 3

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The accessorycase built into your ElnaLotus is a genuins fitted case, where everyaccessoryhas rls place.

Thereis no longerany separatebox to be mislaid.

It is an integralpan of your ElnaLotus.

'I -2 Open the cover (2) by raisingthe clasp (1) gently.

In the caseyou will find the following accessories: Embroideryand buttonholefoot Darningfoot and plate* 2 bobbins(plus one alreadyplacedin the rotary hook) Assortmentof needlesand needlethreader Smallcleaningbrushand oiler Buttonholeknife and seam ripper,smattscrewdflver Zipperfoot * 3 Teflon-coatedsewing foot, alreadyin place.

'Depending o n m o d e la n d c o u n t r y .

Tellon is a relativelysolt materialand the sole of the foot will be markedby the Jeeddog as the lirst stitchesare sewn. Thus,the scratchesthat appear are Derfectlvnormal and have no effect whatsoever on the toot's performance.

Next, 4 Raise the thread guide, which is used to wind the bobbin,and to threadthe upperthread (see the following page).Closethe cover 5 lf you are using your Elna Lotusfor the fjrst time, or have not sewn on it lor a while, put a drop of oil in each of tho two points marked in red on the rotary hook, as illustrated.

Should you have to change the needle 6 Hold rhe needle,with its flat against the index finger and push it as tar as it will go into the needleclamp.Tightenthe screw firmly (no need for a screwdriver).Use needlesof the system 130/705 H tvpe '15 x '1.

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With a narrowzigzag,the seamwill remainsupple and stretchable.lt can then be openedout and ovefcast,as explainedbelow.

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For jersery',it is preferable to use darnrng thread. Cut a round patch and sew the first aeam 1 c m ( y , ) i n f r o m t h e e d g e a n d t h F nt h e s e c o n d seam.Cut away-thelooseedgesof the patch and thp 25 damagedpart of the oriqinalmaterial.

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Placethe lace about %-'l cm (%-14"\trom the edge of the material.Sew it on and then cut away the excessmaterialflush with the seam.

For LaceContours or Inlaid Embroidery- figs.31-32 Placethe lace or embfoideryon the material,right sidelo right side (fig.31). Sew it on with straight stitches, about 5 mm (%") ffom the edge.Then open it out, so that the seamcan be felled beneath the material.Finishoff w:th a zigzagstitch,stitch width 2, stitch lensth 1 (fig.32).

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W i n d i n gt h e B o b b i n For the usualsewing jobs, it is bestto use a medtumsizedthread.

Wind the end of the threadaroundthe bobbin by hand, in the directionindicated.

1 Turn the safetydial to Bobbin Winding " I ".

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W i n d b y m a c h i n ew, h i l e p r e s s i n g I i g h t l y w i t h a finger on the spool, so that the threadwill be stretchedand the bobbin wound more evenly.

Important: - Watch the bobbin and stop winding just beforeit is completelyfull

2 Placethe bobbin on the bobbin winder, holed side upwards.

3 P u l lo u t t h e s p o o lp i n a n d p l a c et h e s p o o lo n i t .

4 Raisethe threadguideand passthe threadthroughit.

Turn the safety dial to Sewing " i ". lt will remain in that position as long as you sew.

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The zipperfoot can be movedto the left or the right ol the needle.This makesit poss;bleto sew in the zip fastenerwithout turningthe work, by sewing first on one side of the foot and then on the other. Beoin with the fastenerclosed,then, when the middleis 16ached, leavethe needlein and open the ziD.This makesit easierto passthe claspof the zip fastener,

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Placethe materialwrong side up and folded as shown in the illustration.Sew, makingsufe that the left stitch carchesonly one threadof the Jold.After sewing.unfoldthe materialand press. lf this stitch is used often, it is advisableto use the special foot with Euide.

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Place the bobbin in the rotary hook 1 Open the rotaryhook cover by pushingit to the back,as far as it will go.

4 lmmediately check that the threadwill not come out of the tensiondeviceby pulling it gently upwards. lt should not come out of the slot (2 a). (lf it does, repeatthe operationsas explainedunder 2 and3).

2 Drop the bobbin into the rotarvhook, holed side upwards.Thereis no bobbin case.Retainthe bobbin with the left index finger and, with the right hand, passthe threadthroughthe slot (a).

Bringit aroundto the front,at the angleillustrated(b).

3 Continueto fetainthe bobbin.Pressdownwardswith the right index finger on the tightly stretchedthread.

On being pulled,it snapsinto the tensiondevice.

Pull the threadout towardsthe rear.

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Set the stitch length at " O " and adjustthe stitch width, so that the needlepassesthroughthe eyesot Ihe bu$on. Sew 6 to B stitches.pull the thredd through underneathand knot. lf sewing on buttons is a job that has to be done frequentlv,the button foot will be found to be of great help (seeextraaccessories, page 54).

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Placea soft pieceof embroiderycord underthe left groove in the foot. Proceedas for ordinarybuttonholes.Finishby pullingthe two ends of the cord and cuttrngcloseto the buttonhole.

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Sew over the frayededgeswith a fairly toosesatln stitch.if the materialis out of shape,reinforceit underneathwith paper.

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Fig.38 - A beautifulsatinstitch can be obtainedby graduallyreducingthe stitch length between% and %.

Fine or soft material should be reinforced bv placing paper underneath. To makesure that tire satin stitch is suitablefor the work (tablecloths, sheets,etc...), first trv it out on an identical piece of material. To obtain even stitching,pay attentionto the following details:

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a Never hold back the work, simply guide it. a When sewing a lafge or heavy pieceof material, make sure that its weight does not slow down the rate of feed. lf necessary, hold up the material,in orderto teed it evenlyunderthe foot.

Fig.39 - When sewing a hem, sew the satin stitch on top of the hem, at the inner edge,so that one side of the satin stitch will be sewn flush with the inside of the hem. The resultwill be more attract;ve.

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Threading the upper thread T h e t h r e a d t a k e - u p l e v e r a n d p r e s s e rD a r m u s t be raised, '

7 Needle,to be threadedfrom front to back.When using the needlethreader,you rnusttherefore insertit into the eye of the needlefrom the back,

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Draw up the lower threadwith the rotaryhook coveropen by giving the flywheela full turn towards you by hand,thus loweringthe threadtake-up lever and then raising it to its highest position. Free the loop of threadcompletelywith your fingers.

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10 Make sufe that the lower threadcrossesthe bobbin cofiectly.

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11 Close the rotary hook cover, pull both threadsabout 15 cm (6 '') towafds the rear, passingLhemunder Lhepresserfoot.

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take-up lever passthe threadthrough :_: rearof the notch in the cover,ffom right to left, : : s s r n g t a r o u n dt h e t h r e a dt a k e - u pl e v e r T . he : ^ ' e a dw i l l s l i p i n t ot h e o p e n i n go f t h e t h r e a d -''.3d r,:..: a,

You are now ready to start sewing 3 Universal upper tension (seealso Sewing G u i d e ,b o o k l e tN o . 2 ) .

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This tensionwill be suitablelor all your everyday sewing jobs. lf; however,an adjustmentis requiredI - to increasethe tension,turn the tensiondial to the wider marks,between5 and 9.

- to reducethe tension,turn the tensiondial to the narrowern'tarks, between5 and 1.

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Do your first bit of sewing 1 lvlakesure that the safety dial is at the sewing oosition" i ".

Always place material under the foot and lower the foot before running a threaded machine.

Straight sewing 2 Leavethe stitch width dial at " O ".

3 Set the stitch length dial between I and 4.

Place the material beneath the Dresserloot and lower the Dresserfoot lever.

To stan sewing,lower the needlâ‚Ź into the material and hold back ths two threads while sewing the first two or three stitches,

4 You will then sew forwards with straight stitches from 1 to 4 mm long.

For sewing Only guide the labric and do not hold it back. lf possible,avoid pushingthe fabric into the lront of the foot, but guide it with your fingersalong the side of the Joot. At the same time, carefully observe the seam.You can thus keep an eye on the movement of needleand seam and avoid prickingyour fingersaccidentally.

By turning the stitch lengthdial to the symbol " ,--- ", vou can sew backwards at variousstitch lengths.

To remove the material First turn the ilywheel by hand (towards you), to raise the thread take-up lever to its hiEhost position, This is essentialto ensure that the threads come away treely with the material as it is removed,This procodure is also imoortant to ensure that the next seam can be started easilV. Raisethe presserbar lever (foot). Pull out the materialtowardsthe rearand cut the threadswith the thread cutter on the presserbar.

To changethe bobbin,raisethe foot then pull the extractor down into the bobbin. (The bobbin extractor is situated just above the rotary hook), When it is released,the bobbin is removed automatically.

On th6 Elna Lotus-zz you can change the needle position for certain kinds of sewing: To the left. by turning the stitch width dial to"-".

To the right. by turning the stitch width dial to"-T".

You can also set the needleto anv Dosition between left and right.

This is very practicallor sewing the rims of collars. cuffs, zip fasteners,etc. lf you want to darn. see pages36-37.

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2 Turn the stitch width dial to the zigzagposition4

5 By selectinga stitch width from 1-4 and turning the stitch length dial to a position between l/. and y2.vou will sew a beautilul satin stitch. This stitch can be used to advantagefor hems on bedsheets, pillow cases,tablecloths,cushionsetc.

3 Turn the stitch lengthdial to between1 and 2.

4 You will then sew the zigzag stitch.

You can set the stitch width and stitch length ol your zigzag at any position you desire between 1 and 4. This stitch is often used for overcasting, patching. setting elastics,sewing undergarments and other clothing made oI jersey,lor blind hems in woollen Jabrics,etc-

Tapsred satin stitch 6 It you turn the stitch width dialslowly by hand from 1-4-1, while sewing at a high speed,you can t6peryour satinstitch as degired,

For sewing with an Elna Lotus-sp or Elna Lotus-tspconsult the following pages.

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Sheefmaterials I l\/lediumand heavy materials I Longerstitches.

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The adjustmentsare alreadypre-seton the stitch width dial. 'l Use the embroideryand buttonholetoot. The sewing foot can be changedwithout a screwdriver by turning the clampingscrew. Set the stitch length diaf between %-%, the sameas for a satin stitch (see page 21) and check on a pieceof leftover material.

2 Mark the positjonand the length of the buttonhole on tne work.

5 Turn the stitch width dial to " t=1", sew a few stitches.Raisethe needle.

6 Turn the stitch width dial to " t=t ", sew rne secondside ol the buttonholeand stop just belore reachingthe end of the first side. Raisethe needle7 Turn the stitch width dial to " t_:t ", and linish the buftonholeby sewing a few stitches.Raisethe needle.

8 To fastenthe threads,turn the stitch width dial to ". " and sew a few stitches,holding the material back by hand so that it will not be fed.

3 Turn the stitch width dial to " l=t ". place the material underneath the foot with the mark in the middle. Sew the first side. Stop with the needleinsertedon the mark (at the right).

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4 Raisethe foot and turn the materialaroundthe needle.Lower the foot, raisethe needle.

Do this with the buttonhoteknife.You willlind it in the accessorycase.

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Gathering- fig. 54 =5 | oracr o @@ o To gathera sheeror mediumfabric,make use of the strtchIength (and the tension,if necessarv): maximumstitch length4 and a weak uppertension (thin lines).Sew two parallelrows of siiiches,one next to the other.Knot the threadsat one eno ano pull the two lower threadsto form the gathers.Thus, the gatherscan be easilyspreadout evinly, to accentuatethe roundnessof an armhole,for example.

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F i g .5 6 - A h i n t f o r f i n e m a t e r i a l sp: l a c et h e e d g eo f the materialLrnderneath the middleof the sewing foot a n d g u i d ei t a c c o r d i n g t o t h e g u i d em a r ke n g r a v e d on the foot. Stitch width 4,lensth 1%-2.

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I To remove the matâ‚Źrial Firsttufn the flywheel by hand (towardsyou), to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. This is essentialto ensurethat the threads comeaway freelywith the materialas it is removed.

This procedureis also impo.tantto ensurethat the next seamcan be startedeasily.

Raisethe presserbar lever (foot). pull out the materialtowardsthe rearand cut the threadswith the threadcutteron the presserbar.

9 To changethe bobbin,raisethe joot then pull the extractordown into the bobbin. (The bobbin extractoris situatedjust abovethe rotaryhook).

When it is released, the bobbin is removed automatically.

Straight sewing 2 Leavethe stitch width dial at " O ".

3 4 Reminder: The Elna Lotus-sp has a selectorior automatic stitches(black stitches) The Elna Lotus-tsp has a selectorfor automatic stitches(black stitches)and for superautomattc stitches(stitchesshown on the red band). lf you have an Elna Lotus-tsp,turn tne setecrotto straightstitches" " (black stitch).

5 Set the stitch length dial between 1 and 4. black figures.

Placea pieceof materialunderthe presserfoot and lower the presserfoot Iever,

On the Elna Lotus-sp and the Elna Lotus-tsp you can change the needle position for ceftain kinds of sewing : To the left, by turning the stitch width dial to"T", To the right. by turning the stitch width dial

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This is very practicalfor sewing the rirnsof collars,cuffs,zip fasteners,etc.

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1 Make sure that the safetydial is set at the sewing p o s i t i o n" i " .

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2 or 3 Turn the selectorto zigzag": " (black stitch).

4 Turn the stitch width dial to the zigzagposition

7 By selectinga stitch width from '1-4 and turning the sritch lengthdial to a positionbelweeny2and ya, you will sew a beautifulsatin stitch.This stitch can be usedto advantagefor hemson bedsheets, pillow cases,tablecloths,cushionsetc.

5 Turn the stitch lengthdial to between1 and 2 (black figufes).

6 You will then sew the zigzag stitch.

You can set the stirch width and stitch length of yout zigzagat any positionyou desirebetween 1 a n d4 .

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Tapered satin stitch 8 lf you turn the stitch width dial slowly by hand, Irom '1-4- 1, while sewing at a high speed,you can taper your satin stitch as desired.

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Placethe materialwrong side up, folded as in the illustration(fig 66). Make surethat only the wide zigzagjust calchesthe fold of the material.After sewing,open oLltand press.

For woollens,stretchfabricsand jersey,it is not necessary to fold the hem twice. Leaveit flat, as shown in the illustration,fig. 67, then overcastand s e w t h e b l i n dh e m i n a s i n g l eo p e f a t i o nT. h e stitchingwill remaineasyto stretch. lf blind hems haveto be sewn very often,lhe special blind stitchfoot will be found very useful-see extra page 53. accessories,

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The adjustmentsare alreadypre-seton the stitch w i d t hd i a l .

5 Turn the stitch width dial to " t=t ", sew a few stitches.Raisethe needle.

1 Use the embroideryand buttonholefoot. The sewing foot can be changedwithout a screwdriver b y t u r n i n gt h e c l a m p i n gs c r e w .

-Turn the selectorto zigzag" = '.

- Set the stitch lengthdial betweeny2-yt,the same as for a satin stitch (see page27) and check on a pieceof leftovermaterial.

6 Turn the stitch width dial to " l= ", sew the secondside of the buttonholeand stop just before reachingthe end of the first side. Raisethe needle.

7 Turn the stitch width dial to " t=l ", and finish the buttonholeby sewing a few stitches.Faisethe neeote.

2 Mark the positionand the lengthof the buttonhole on thework,

I To fastenthe threads,turn the stitch width dial to " . " and sew a few stitches,holdingthe material back by hand so that it will not be fed.

3 T u r nt h e s t i t c hw i d t h d i a lt o " t = " . p l a c e t h e m a t e r i a l u n d e r n e a t ht h e f o o t w i t h t h e m a r k i n t h e m i d d l e . S e w t h e f i r s t s i d e . S r o pw i t h t h e needleinsertedon the mark (at the right).

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4 Turn the stitch width dial to " 4 ", btackfigures.

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_ Stitch width dial set at /A /A , (U (U /' respectivesymbols. ":fr Placea oieceof soft embroidervcord underthe left groovein the foot. Proceedas for ordinarybuttonholes.

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Use the embroidery and buttonhole foot.

6 Whh rhe stitchwidth dial at " O ", turn the seloctorto zigzag" € " (redzonestitch) 7 Turnthe stitchwidth dialto 4 (redzone), Turnthe stitchlengthdial to " A " (redzone), You arethen r6adyto sew the triplezigzag.This zigzag,hoth usefuland attrrctive,is suitablefor r€inforcirigcertainseamsin garmsntsmad6trom strEtchfabricsand can also be usedto dgcorato ieans,pullovers,etc.

N. B. You carralsoobtaina nirrowerstitch by turningthe stitchwidlh dial to between4 a n d1 .

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- fis. 80 ! utact z-+@@ r-2. draw the monogram.Dependingon the material, r reinforceit with a pieceof paper,or stretchit an embroideryhoop.No specialskill is calledfor achievegood resultswith straightletters.Letters

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be given a sharp€r relief by sewing over the stitching onco or twice with the same stitch

Small Monograms - fig. 81 I

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By usingthe damingtoot and plats,it is easierto lollow the cuwesof smallmonogmms(to marklinen, for example).Practisswith a few trial monograms {irst,Runthe machiJFat a fasi speedand guid6tho materialslowly. lf noc€€sary,stretch tha materialover an embroidery,lgonl' lt is obviousthat such monogramsroquir€a q# anount of practice. .r\eLr,

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For tablecloths,tray cloths,scarves,etc.

Sew a satin stitch 2 to 3 cm (about 1") trom the edge of the materialand then pull out the threadson the outside.That'sall thereis to it. For an even fancier effect, sew a wider or tapered satin stitch, parallelto the first.

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Elastic edging stitch

Tricot stitch

I Make sure that the safety dial has been set at the sewingposition"i".

Use the sowing foot or embroidery and buttonhole foot, depending on the material.

6 With the stitch width dial at - O ", turn the selector to tricot stitch " & " (red zone).

Use the embroidery and buttonhole toot.

2 Turn the stitch width dial to " O " and then the stitch selector to elastic edging stitch " I " (red zone).

3 Turn the stitch widrh dial ro 4 (red zone).

4 Turn the stitch lengthdial ro " A " (red zone).

5 You are then ready to sew the elastic edging stitch which is an idealstitch for the edgesof llounces and sleeves,for edging tablecloths and place mats, etc. Used as a decorative stitch, it can also be combined with other stitches,

7 Turn the stitchwidth dialto 4 (red zone), Turn the stitch length dial to " A " (red), You can now sew the tricot stitch. With this stitch you can sew and overcast, In one operation, stretch fabrics. in particularierseys,knitted fabrics. etc. Funhermore,this stitch pattern is attractive and decorative.

These stitches and their varioi.ts uses are described in greater detail in the Sewing Guide, booklet No.2.

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This is fun to do. Sew the outlineof the appliqud drawing w:th straight or small zigzag stitches, stitch widrh 1, stitch lengrh1.

Then cut awav the excess material, close to the stitching.

Finish by sewing a satin stitch over the edges of the appliqu6,stitch width as required, ln this kind of work, the choiceof patternand colour is the main thing. Appliqu6slook good on aprons, pockets, tablecloths, curtains, cushions, etc.

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B e g i nw i L ht n e f a s r e n ezri p p e dL l p ,t h e n ,w h e n t h e m i d d l ei s r e a c h e dl e a v et h e n e e d l ei n a n d o p e n l h . zip. This rnakesit easierto passthe claspof the zip

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Darning Use darningthread With a little practice,you will find it easyto darn by machineto makeyour householdlinen,undergarments, working clothes,etc. last two to threetimes longer.

M d l e s u r et h a t t h e s a f e t yd i a l i s a t t h e s e w i n g posit;on" i ".

2 Firstput the darningplate (a) in placeand then attachthe darningfoot.

The darning platesimplifiesdarningwithout a darninghoop sinceit coversthe openingsin the needleplate makingit unnecessary to have a special additionalmechanismlor loweringthe feed dog.

3 Turn the stitch width and stitch lengthdialsto the position" O ".

Don't forget to lower the presser foot lever before starting to darn.

Lower the needleinto the material.Stretchthe materialtightly betweenthe fingersand sew a screenof closelywoven stitches:going from right to left and vice versa.

Keepthe fingersas closeto the darningfoot as possibleand finish the darn by sewing parallel serpentinesbackwards and forwards. To reinforce worn-out spots,it is not necessary to sew a screenfirst.

The darningfoot is attachedfrom the rear.The leverof the loot touchesthe rearof the stud (b) on the needleclamp.

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This stitch is suppleand elasticand is suitablefor all stretchfabricsas well as being excellentfor material sewn on the bias.

Monogram - fig. 88 = ur lll '"a o lD lD n,"a \!z \!z .lr Draw the monogramon the right side of the material, the Iatterpreferablybeingstretchedover an embroideryhoop. Sew aroundthe outlineof the monogram,then fitl in the interior.

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Tripte Zigzag- fig. 89-90

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P a t c h i n go r R e i n f o r c i n g_ f i g . 9 1 J l red a (E(E A,ed

This stitch makesit easierto sew patchesor re;nforcements on trouserseats,shoulders,cuffs, trouserpockets,etc. Sew the stitcheson one side of the zigzagas closeto the edge of the patch or reinforcementas possible,but still in the original material,and the stitcheson the other side of the zigzagwell jnto the piece being applied,as shown rn the illustration.

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Maintenance

Sewing Light

Your.ElnaLotus_willalwaysserveyou faithlujly,if it is careolor properly,

Maximum input of the lamp 15 W. Rememberthis should it haveto be changed.

This input of the Iampis alsoshown on the switch plate of the machineand on the lront cover (on the leftj.

4 To replacethe bulb I first of all, pull outthe plug, Pressdown on the lug (a). Bayonetsocketipuih rn, turn and removethe bulb fb).

Disconnectthe machineaccordingto the,,Safety,, recommendations on page7.

1 Removethe needle,fool and bobbin Open the rota.yhook cover by slidingit backwards.

Lift otf the needleplate.Bemovepiecesof thread and fibresby brushingthe rotaryhook and feed_ dog with the cleaningbrush.

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To close your Elna Lotus 5 Turn the threadguide into the accessorycase.

Removethe upperthreador placea pieceof cloth underthe sewing foot.

Don't forget to turn the safety dial to ,, O,, and turn the flywheel towards you until it locks. Removethe foot control.lt can be stored neatlyunderthe upperarm of your Elna.push clownthe spool pin. Closethe protectionflaps.

2 Placethe brushin the middleof the rotaryhook and move it about so that the bristlesprotrudethrough the openingsin rhe side of the hook.

Oil the rotaryhook (see pages10 and 1 I ).

3 Replacethe needleplate,push it down so that it clicks into place.Close the rotary hooK cover.

To remedy minor disorderS Follow the advice given below of consutr the operatinginstructionson the pages indicated.

The upper thread breaks - Needlenot oI the system130/705 (15 x 1 ), of poor quality,bent, not insertedcorrectly,not suitabjefor the kind of material - Incofiectthreadingor threadof poor quarry - Lower threadnot drawn up properly - Size of thread not suitablelor the kind of material - Machine needscleaning - Uppertensiontoo tight

10-11 16-17 38-39 16-17

The lower thread breaks - lhread not wound evenlyon the bobbin or not clrawnup correctly(does nol

Elastic Edging Stitch - fig. 92 =f Qrea +@@n'"a For sewing and decoratinga hem,especiallyin stretch fabrics. Fold the hem once only, sew with the elasticedgingstitch.about 1 cm (3/s") in from the hem, then cut off the excess material on the reverse side,alongthe edge.

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cfossthe bobbin at the right angle) Lower tensiontoo tight

The machine skips stitches - Sewing foot not sujtableJor the kind of material - Machinenot threadedcorrectly - Needlenot of the svstem130/7Os (15 x 1). incorrectlyinssrted(wrong way round or at wrong height),bent or not suitablefor the kind of material - Threadtoo coarsefor the sizeof the needleor not flexibleenouoh - Lower thread not drawn up-correctly The thread knots beneath the material - The uppertensionhas not been threadedcorrectly.

Repeatthe threadingoperation_

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It can be used as a decorative stitch for the edqe of a tablecloth for example.Preparethe edge in thJ usualway. Baste.Sew the final seamwith the edging stitch.

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The material puckers - Sewingfoot not suitablefor kind of material - Threadtoo thick - S t i t c ht o o l o n g - Upper and/or lower threadtensions too tight 16-1-7 . _ L o w e r t h r e a dn o t d f a w n u p c o r r e c t l y 16-17 The material is fed unevenly - Needleplate not titted properly 38-39 - Sewing foot not lowered or not attached securely - Sewing foot not suitable for the kind of work - Stitch length not suitablefor job - sritch length (tor superautomatic stitches)not set at " A " red l: - F e e dd o g n e e d sc l e a n i n g 3 ! - 3::9 It is not possible to obtain the stitch desired - Btack stitches: stirch lengrhdiat must be set between% and 4 - Red zone stitches i stitch tengthdiat "w]il qo musr be turnedto " a , as tar as it " T h e n e e d l eb r e a k s - Foot, needteptateand darnins ptate not fitted properly 36-37 - T h e m a t e r i ai ls p u l l e dd u r i n gs e w i n g causinqthe needleto bend and strike the foot or needleplate - Needletoo fine for marerialand thn'uo

The machineis noisy - R o t o r yh o o ( h a s n o l b e e no i l e do r i s clogged up with dust, fluff and remains of thread 1 0 - 11 , 3 8 - 3 9 The motor runs but the machine does not - Safetydial not set at sewing position "i" 12-13 The bobbin winder runs but the machine does not - Safetydial not set at sewing position " : ."

12-j3 The stitch selector cannot be turned - Stitch width dial not set at,, O,, protection flap cannot be lll".::t"t l-iiieao tar<e-uprevershoutd be at its to*".i po.,oon 38_39 The protection flaps cannot be put back i,j priir"--back accordinqto the red marks 4 5 ;:l]J:T The left protection flap cannot be oPeneo the red dot should i"":ltfii::T:Jy' 4_b rn, n1".r,in" wi not run _ Cne"t po*e, suppty _ fi light worlis,turn safetydial j2-13 g posttion.. i .. to ""*iig sewlnr

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Sewing with the Tricot Stitch (Stretch)- figs.94,95 {rea +@@a*o J The tricot stitch sews and overcastsin a sinole operation.lt is suitablefor streLchfabrics,w-oolor cotton jerseyand looselymachine-knittedmaterials and is also very decorative.lt can be usedfor assemblingall kinds of garments,for sewjng sleeves, shouldersand side-seams,and for finishing,overcasting,etc.

It can be sewn eitherat the edge of the material,as shown in the il'ustration,or slightlyin from the edge, in which casethe excessmaterialis cut away afterwards,The method you use will deoendon the quality of the material.Make a test on a spareoieceof materialbeforedoing the final sewing.

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T h i sa l p h a b e t i c ianl d e xw i l l h e l py o u :

F o ra l l m o d e l s For all mooets

Accessories

2-3.10-11

Bobbin B o b b i nw i n d i n g Buttonhole

12-13,14-15

Casefor accessories Centeringthe needle ' Choiceof stitchesI . Straightsewing . Zigzag . Specialzigzagor overcastingstitch . Eiasticblind stitch or edgingstitch . Shellhem . Triplezigzag . Elasticedgingstitch . Tricotstitch . Elastictriple seam Cleaning Closingthe machine Convertinginto free-armmachine

'I0-'11

38-39 38-39 4-5

Darning Decenteringneedlebar Disorders

39-40

Electricity

6-7,38-39

Flywheel Foot controland cordset Freearm

6-7 6-7 4-5

Lengthof stitch Light bulb Lubrication

6-7,38-39 t 0 - 11 , 3 8 - 3 9

Maintenance 'Needles

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1 8 - 19 20-21

24-25 26-27 30-31 30-31 30-31

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6 - 9 ,1 8 - 2 3

6-9.24-31

26-27 30-31 30-31 30-31 32-33 34-35 34-35 32-33

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Grogramas waistbandsfor skirts or trousers - figs.96,97 Srea +@@r"o J Placethe grogramon the right side of the garment, about 5 to 10 mm (% to %") from the edge.Sew and then fold down insidethe qarment.

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For all models

This alphabeticalindex will help you:

For all mooets

For Elna LOTUS-ZZ

Oiling points

10-11,38-39

Protection flaps

2-3, 4-5

Rotaryhook

6 - 7 ,1 0 - 1 1 , 1 4 - 1 5

Safety Safetydial Satinstitch Selector Service Sewing leet . Sewingjobs Sewing light Sewing surface Stitches (see Choice of stitches) Stitch lengthdial Stitch selector Srirchwidth diat

6-7,38-39 6-7,38-39 20-21

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Fof Elna Lotus-tsp

26-27 6-9

26-27 6-9

20-23

25-26

6-7,38-39 2-3 6-9

6 - 9 ,1 8 - 2 3

Taperedsatin stitch 'Threads Threading Thread take-up lever * Thread tensions

14-15,16-17 6-7 2 - 3 ,6 - 7 , 1 6 - 1 7

Universalpressureof sewing foot Uppertensiondial

2-3 2-3,6-7

Voltage

6-7

6-9,'t8-23

6,9, 24-3'l 6-9,24-31 6-9,24-31

6-9,24-35 6-9,24-35 6-9,24-35

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Sewing on Borders,Stand-up Collars,Cuffs in Jerseyor Knitted Fabrics- figs.98-101

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Placethe right side ol the borderagainst the right side of the material,just inslde the edgo, and sew with a trjple seam, width 0. stitch longrh A.

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Open out the seamas illustrated.

- f i g . 1 0 0 Fold over the side that has not been sewn and sew it to the open seamof the garmentwith the tricot stitch, stitch width 4, stitch IengthA.

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- f i g . 1 0 1 Fold out the borderand iron with a darnpcloth.

For stand-upcollarsand lor cuffs,the circumference shouldfirst be closedwith a triple seam.

99 100

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A little imaginatjonand a bit of practiceis all yorl need.lt is pfelerableto use embroidervthreadand choosematchingcolours.Stiffensoft materialby placingpaperunderneathit, beforesewing.

Edging Stitch - fig. 108 =f Qrea a @@ n."a This edging is obtainedby makingthe needlestitch off the materialto the right,closeto the edge of the folded material.Tray-cloths,table setsand rablecloths, frills on blousesand aroundopeningscan all be given an originaltouch with this scallopededge,

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t rea + @ @ r . " a Braidis easyto put on and looks attractiveon curtains,cushionsor nationalcostumeblouses.

Bastethe braidin place.Next, embroiderwjth the triplezigzagalong each edge and the tricot stitch downthe middle.

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Embroiderthe edge,placinga woollen threadflat una"it|r" root, in-th; left gioove. Embroider,allowing ifr" n""ii" to itit"tt off the material to the right' near with the triple zigzagstitch' l'rul" tt'" ih" "tars on an extrapieceof material' i iew triatstirst, Mite"4q". ii," items a,e emuroideredwith the elastic triple stitch.

Decorationfor tableclothsfancy finisheson sheets etc. Possiblyreinforcethe trl..lnqs on paper,which will be torn off afterthe ,nJ"riii" *ittt",irtains I.lil-iJ"-ru t'i"'oi"n completed. start with the central to the a""ion und continueby embroideringalternately left;nd right oI the first embroidery

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The side or bottom hems can always be sewn with straightstitches.Make surethat the meshesof the curtainmatch (if the patternallows) - fig. 1 14 wrong, '1 fig, 15 right.

Pin or baste.Since it is not alwayseasyto follow the straightin some net curtains,it is a good idea to hold the material behindand in front of the reducethe uppertensionand foot. lf necessary, guide the netting.Straightstitcheswjth a medium stitch length may be usedfor the hems of the two long sides.but the zigzagstitch is pfeferable.

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S e w 1 c m ( % ' ) i n f r o mt h e e d g e .T h e nc u t f l u s hw i t h the seam.The join will be strong and almostinvisible.

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Net cunainsare often sold finishedoff at the bottom with attractivedesignsand with a lead wire to ensurethat they hang well. lf rhis is not the case, make a hem. Fold twice to the full width oI the fold (about '15cml6 ). Sew the hem with a zigzagstitch.

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Gatheringor PleatingCurtains Here are threediffefentmethodsbut, ol course,thefe are many more: - Figs 118, 119. Curtains Gathered with Rufflette Tape. This is tape which is usuallymade with loops for hooks and with one or more coros threadedthrough it. Placethe Ruffletteat the too edge of the cunain,on the fight side. Sew and then fold the Ruffletredown flat on the wrong side of the curtain.Sew the secondseam.All you hive to do now rs pull the cords and distributethe gathersas required.

Ine sametype o[ gatheringcan be usedlor heavy cunarnsano pelmets,

- Figs.120, 121 Traditionat 3-fotd ,, pinch,,.

After sewing a hem at the top about .10cm (4,,) wide, {old to form attractive,traditional" pinch,, pieais.

Sew a few stitches at the base of the hem to keep it in place, * Figs,122, '123 Fluted pteats. Thesemakethe curtainhang extremelywell. Make the nem as describedabove.Fold as shown in the illustrationand sew the pleat in placeat the baseof the hem.

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o @@ z-s Hemmeffeet 2, 4 or 6 mm (1/r6", 1/s" ot %"), Preparea hem ol the samewidth as the foot, for example4 mm (r/s"), with the materialfolded twice over a fengthol 2 to 4 cm (1"-2" approx.).Placeit underneaththe loot, lower the foot, sew two or three stitches by turning the flywheel by hand. leave the needlein the materialand raisethe loot. Introducethe Iold into the scrollof the hemmerand lower the foot again.Sew, while guidingthe materialin such a mannerthat the scrollof the hemmeris always well Iilled.

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lf desired,the alreadywide rangeof applicationsfor the Elna Lotus can be extended even further with the use of extrafeet thal are availablefrom all ElnashoDs. Simply refer to the respective numbers.

Ouilting - fig.204

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Ouiltingfoot with guide Ouiltingcan be done with the straightstitch or with lne zrgzag,Adjust rhe slitch lengthand stitch width as requ[ed. _Atways start in the centre of the work. sew.tne t|lst.rowof stitchesand adjustthe guide to rne oesrreddtstancebetweenthe rows, (To do so, roosenthe screw,adjustthe guide and then tighten rhe screw again.The guide must not pressdorirnon the material.forthis would preventit from being fed correcfly..lthen sew one Iine afterthe other of the quilting.startingfrom the centreand working out towards the edges. The layers of padding haie a tendencyto shift during sewing and, once sewing has oeencompteted,it wilj be necessary to cut the eJges even. Inerelore,allowancemust be madefor a littie more material.

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Elind stitch foot with guide This foot is usefulfor sewing blind hems in woo ens and medium-weightfabrics.Form the hem: | (a _ wrong side.ofthe fabric). Fold it back, underneaththe raDnc: . ftace tt underthe presserfoot as shown in the photograph(fig. 203). Keepthe fotd of the materialagainstthe guide on the foot (see arrow).

Sew a few stitchesby turningthe flywheel by ha;d ano mate sure that the needlestitchesjust one fibre of the hem, Adapt the stitch width if necessary. then sew your hem,After sewing,open out and iron.

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Other Extra Feet and Accessories Button Foot - 200 For buttonsand hooks,cufain rings,etc.

Button Foot with Adjustabte cuide - 202 200 For sewing buttonswith a stem on wooliens,collars, heavymaterials,etc.

202 Multiple Cord Foot - 205 As many as five line cofds can be insertedinto this foot. By coveringthem with decofativestitches,very attractivedesignscan be obtained.

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For varioustypes of sewing and decorativework, especiallyon plastics,the edgesof thick materials. and for sewing piecesol elasticor slipperymaterials of differentthicknessestogether.

205 Felling Foot - 208 For sewing two piecesof materialtogetherwith a 207 felled hem, Gathering Foot - 209 RofledHem Foot - 211 For makingrolled hemswith the zigzagstitch.

Mainly usedfor makingIine handkerchiefs, chiffon scarves/etc.

Braiding Foot - 212 For sew;ng braids,soutachesand cords.

204 Buttonhole Length Guide - 232 (not illustrated) For checkingthe length of the buttonholesand

209 keepingthe r;ghtdistancefrom the edgeof the garment.

Box of 5 needles No. 75 " stretch " - 233 (not illustrated) Particularlysuitablefor sewing fine and middleweight stretchfabrics (jerseylor underwea0.

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Box of 5 needles No, 90 " stretch " - 234 2 1 1 (not illustrated) Particulaflysultablefor sewing medium and heavy 2 1 2 weight stretchfabrics (jersey,knit, etc.).

E y e f e t P f a t e s2 a n d 4 m m ( 1 / r c " a n d 1 l e " ) andAwl 213 Make it possibleto embroidereyeletswith a diameter o f 2 a n d 4 r n m ( 1 1 r c "a n d l / s " ) . T h e a w l i s u s e df o r p r e r c r r gl h e r d t e r i a tl o m a k et h e h o l e s .

Spool and Bobbin Case- 220 For neatlyarrangingfeelsof cotton, bobbins,threads, neeotes,etc.

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Darning Platewith Round Hole - 224 For particularlyfine darning.

Monogram Attachment - 226 For embroideringperfectmonogramson sneers, towels,tablecloths,napkins,etc.

Embroidery Foot - 223 (not illustrated) I\,4etal foot for sewing vafioussatinstitches,ornamenlal 224 stitchesand hemstitching.

226 Teffon-coated Embroidery Foot - 223 f (not illustrated) For easyembroideringon plasticand leathers.

Nickel-plated sewing Foot - 228 (not illustrated) This particularlystrongfoot js very suitablefor sewing o n a . l a r g es c d l e( s t r " i g h st t i t c h z, i g l a g .o v e r c a s t i n g . ove oct, etc,), F o r k f o r R u g - m a k i n g a n d F r i n g e s- 2 2 9 Usedfor makingrugs,the undersidesof cushionsor fringeson cenainwoollen garments.

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No-snag Foot. 230 Usefulfor sewing net curtains,shaggylabrics, towelling,curly knittedfabrics,etc.

M ulti-purpose Foot - 231 230 For a djversityof stitches,likestraightstitch,zigzag,etc.

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Borders, Decorative Borders,Sewing of Braid Buttonholes(see InstructionBook) 31 31 15 Butlonholes(Repairing) 3'l 31 15 Buttons 4A,49 4A,49 4A ,49 44,49 curtains 26.

50.51 50,51 26, Darning (alsosee 50,51 50, 51 InstructionBook) 34,46, 34 18 DecorativeSewing

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