Sewing Handlook Quilt Stitches; Guiding The Quilt Work Freely - Bernina 435 User Manual

Quilting

10.3 Sewing Handlook Quilt Stitches

Hand-look quilt stitches are suitable for all fabrics and sewing projects that should look like hand-sewn. It is
recommended to use a monofilament thread as upper thread and an embroidery thread as bobbin thread.
The sewing speed should be moderate to prevent the monofilament from breaking. If required, the upper
thread tension and the balance can be adjusted to the sewing project and the desired quilt stitch.
Prerequisite:
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> Tap «Quilt Stitches».
> Select Hand-look Quilt Stitch No. 1304 or No. 1305, No. 1306, No. 1307 or No. 1308.
> If necessary, adjust the upper thread tension and the Balance to suit the sewing project and the desired
> To start the machine, press the foot control or push the button «Start/Stop».

10.4 Guiding the Quilt Work Freely

Freehand quilting and darning use the same principle of free movement. With stipple quilting, entire surfaces
of the fabric are filled with quilt stitches. The single lines of stitching are rounded and never cross one
another.
• Quilting gloves with rubber nubs make it easier to guide the fabric.
• For the best possible results use the High Thread Tension Bobbin Case (optional accessory).
• It is recommended to use the slide-on table and the Free Hand System.
• With free motion quilting, it is of advantage to quilt from the center outwards and to guide the fabric
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The Reverse Pattern Foot #1 is fitted.
quilt stitch.
using smooth, round movements to form the design of your choice.