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 needle. On very sheer or flimsy goods, increase the pressure. On extremely thick goods, lessen it.

If your machine is running hard, look at the presser foot. There may be too much pressure.

Turning a Corner.—Run the stitching to the exact corner. Stop the machine with the needle in the goods. Raise the presser foot, turn the material so that it is in the correct position for the next stitching, lower the presser foot, and stitch. PROPER THREAD AND NEEDLES

It is important that you use the right thread and the right needle for the material; that is, if you want your machine to run easily and to have really good work. The needle must suit the thread, too. Here are tables for reference: