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Basting Stitch
Handlook Quilting Stitch
Darning foot No. 9 */**/***
Basting stitch
for all work which requires a very long stitch
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for basting seams, hems, quilts, etc.
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temporary joining
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easy to remove
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Preparation
lower the feed-dog
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pin work at a right angle to basting direction to prevent the layers from
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slipping
Basting
position work under the presser foot and sew one stitch; hold threads when
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starting to sew
pull work from behind to the required length of the stitch
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sew one stitch and repeat the procedure
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Securing/fixing the thread
Sew a few short basting stitches at the beginning and end of a
seam.
Thread
Use a fine darning thread for basting as it is easier to remove.
Reverse pattern foot/sole No. 1
Handlook quilting stitch
Suitable for all fabrics and work which should look «hand sewn».
Test sewing
the bobbin thread must come through to the right side
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1 stitch is visible (bobbin thread)
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1 stitch is invisible (monofilament) = hand-look effect
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Upper thread tension
Depending on the fabric = increase the tension (6-9).
Balance
Adjust stitch with the Balance if necessary.
Perfect corners
activate Pattern end and Needle stop down and pivot the work
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when pivoting make sure that the fabric does not become
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distorted
Monofilament breaks
sew more slowly
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reduce upper thread tension slightly
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