Specialty Thread Guide Chart - Baby Lock Acclaim BLES4 Instruction And Reference Manual

Specialty Thread Guide Chart

U
S
I
N
G
S
APPLICATION
P
E
4-Thread Seaming
C
I
3-Thread Seaming
A
L
2-Thread Flatlock
T
Y
4-Thread Edging
3-Thread Edging
T
3-Thread
H
Rolled Edge
R
3-Thread Wave
E
A
3-Thread
Rolled Wave
D
S
Blanket Stitch
Ladder Stitch
COMMENTS
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Topstitching
Buttonhole Twist
Edging or flatlock
seaming for sportswear
and home décor items.
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Use in upper looper
only
In upper or lower looper.
Not in both loopers at
once
Use in upper looper
only
In needle only
In needle only
When using decorative
thread in the needle
use a size 90 Top
Stitch needle for best
results.
Woolly Nylon
Thread
Soft stretchy seams on
lingerie, swimwear,
active wear, and for
rolled edge stitch.
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
In upper or lower looper.
Not in both loopers at
once
In upper or lower
looper.
Or both loopers
In lower looper
In lower looper
Can be used in the
needle
Machine Embroidery
Metallic Threads
Decorative edges for
clothing, gift items,
home décor, etc.
Yes
For exposed edges
only
Yes
For exposed edges
only
Yes
In lower looper
Yes
Yes
Use in upper looper
only
In upper or lower looper.
Not in both loopers at
once
In upper or lower
looper.
Or both loopers
Not recommended
In needle only
Varies greatly with
manufacturer.
Avoid thread with
coarse metal fibers.
Sew test before
sewing on project.