Quilting - Husqvarna Viking Jade 20 User Manual

Quilting

A quilt usually consists of three layers, two layers of fabric
with a layer of batting sandwiched between. To sew three
layers together, you have a wide variety of stitches and
techniques to choose from. When the quilting is finished
simply bind the edges or make it into cushions, wearable art
or other smaller projects.
Crazy Quilt Stitching
Embellish your quilt with decorative stitches. The stitches
can be sewn in a coordinating or contrasting color.
Decorative threads like rayon embroidery or heavy cotton
threads are sometimes used.
Stitches number 34–57 are perfect for crazy quilting.
Hand-Look Quilting
Simulate the look of handmade quilting with invisible thread
and the hand-look quilting stitch (21). Increase the thread
tension to 6–8 to get the accurate hand stitched look. Thread
the needle with clear invisible thread and the bobbin with a
color of thread that coordinates with your fabric.
Stitch along one of the seams of your project. The hand-look
effect is created as the bobbin thread is pulled up to the top
of the quilt.
Note: When sewing with the hand-look quilting stitch, the result
depends on what fabric, batting and thread you are using. Be sure to try
the stitch on a sample first. Adjust the thread tension as needed for your
project.
Note: Use the edge guide to sew successive rows. Insert the edge guide
into the hole of the presser foot holder. Set the desired spacing by sliding
the edge guide.
Free Motion Quilting
Free motion quilting not only keeps the top, batting and
backing together, but it also adds texture and interest to your
quilt.
There are several techniques to use when free motion
quilting. Decorate your quilt as you like, only your
imagination sets the limits. Two free motion techniques are
stippling and circles.
Free motion stippling is typically a tightly and evenly spaced
meandering stitch line. When stippling, draw squiggles with
the needle as you sew. Another technique is to make circular
motions on the fabric as you sew creating a stone shaped
pattern.
Free motion stippling. Free motion with circular
motions.
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