38 Selected practical stitches: Handlook quilt stitch

Handlook quilt stitch

Stitch:

Quilt stitch No. 13

Needle:

size and type suitable for the fabric selected (see p. 42)

Upper thread:

monofilament

Bobbin thread:

30/2 cotton thread

Feed-dog:

up (sewing position)

Presser foot:

Reverse pattern foot No. 1

 

Quilt/hand stitch

 

for all fabrics and all types of work which should have a hand-

 

sewn look

 

Sewing test

 

the bobbin thread must come through to the right side:

 

1 stitch is visible

 

1 stitch is invisible (monofilament) = hand stitched effect

 

Upper thread tension

 

depending on the fabric = increase the tension (6–9)

 

Balance

 

adjust if necessary

 

Sewing

 

Quilt stitch can be sewn with any needle position

TIP

Perfect corners

activate needle-stop down and then turn work

Monofilament breaks

sew more slowly

reduce upper thread tension slightly

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Bernina Sewing Machine manual Handlook quilt stitch

Sewing Machine specifications

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