What Sort Of Stitching Patterns Do I Need?
There are a couple of stitches that folks new to sewing will require. These are the straight stitch and zig zag stitch
All machines have a straight stitch, its the most popular and most used stitch by just about everyone. So its considered the default.
Most machines will have a zig zag stitch but be sure to check as there are machines out there that do not have this. They are far and few between, but they are still out there, so just be absolutely sure to check it out.
There are two other stitching styles that are handy to have but are not essential. These are button hole stitch and stretch stitch.
Stretch stitch is perfect for for anything that requires a little room to manouver around the seam, so its good for a patchwork quilt which use a bunch of different materials, but it isn't essential.
Don't be too nervous about getting a button hole stitch, a few individuals love this type of stitch, but button holes can be done with a zig zag stitch setting.
Any Other Tips?
Check that the machine can be reversed or is able stitch backwards. This is quite important as some older machines do not do this and its truly handy when you must do this.
Always get the vendor to show in detail, how to thread the machine. Just about every machine has an other way of threading the needle. There's few things worse than having a new machine to play with and having no idea how to start using it.
If you purchase one and forget this step, you could get lucky and find a video that shows you how to do it on YouTube, but this should only be used as a back up solution.
If you are buying a used machine, do not forget to check the electrical cord for signs of fraying and damage. You do not need to get electrified while stitching a quilt!
Keep these tips in mind and you'll be sure to buy a winner!
There are a couple of stitches that folks new to sewing will require. These are the straight stitch and zig zag stitch
All machines have a straight stitch, its the most popular and most used stitch by just about everyone. So its considered the default.
Most machines will have a zig zag stitch but be sure to check as there are machines out there that do not have this. They are far and few between, but they are still out there, so just be absolutely sure to check it out.
There are two other stitching styles that are handy to have but are not essential. These are button hole stitch and stretch stitch.
Stretch stitch is perfect for for anything that requires a little room to manouver around the seam, so its good for a patchwork quilt which use a bunch of different materials, but it isn't essential.
Don't be too nervous about getting a button hole stitch, a few individuals love this type of stitch, but button holes can be done with a zig zag stitch setting.
Any Other Tips?
Check that the machine can be reversed or is able stitch backwards. This is quite important as some older machines do not do this and its truly handy when you must do this.
Always get the vendor to show in detail, how to thread the machine. Just about every machine has an other way of threading the needle. There's few things worse than having a new machine to play with and having no idea how to start using it.
If you purchase one and forget this step, you could get lucky and find a video that shows you how to do it on YouTube, but this should only be used as a back up solution.
If you are buying a used machine, do not forget to check the electrical cord for signs of fraying and damage. You do not need to get electrified while stitching a quilt!
Keep these tips in mind and you'll be sure to buy a winner!
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