What Sort Of Stitching Patterns Do I Need?
There are two stitches that people new to stitching will need. These are the straight stitch and zig zag stitch
All machines have a straight stitch, its the most common and most used stitch by almost everyone. So its pretty much the default.
Most machines will have a zig zag stitch but be certain to check because there are machines out there that don't have this. They're far and few between, but they're still out there, so just make sure to check the machine.
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.
Do not be too worried about getting a button hole stitch, a few people love this kind 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 exactly how to thread the machine. Nearly every machine has a different way of threading the needle. There's few things worse than having a new machine to play with and having no idea how to begin using it.
If you buy one and forget this step, you may get lucky and find a video that shows you the correct way to do it on YouTube, but this should really only be a back up solution.
If you're purchasing a second hand machine, don't forget to check the electric cord for indicators of fraying and wear and tear. You don't want to get zapped while sewing a quilt!
Keep these tips under consideration and you're certain to get a winner!
There are two stitches that people new to stitching will need. These are the straight stitch and zig zag stitch
All machines have a straight stitch, its the most common and most used stitch by almost everyone. So its pretty much the default.
Most machines will have a zig zag stitch but be certain to check because there are machines out there that don't have this. They're far and few between, but they're still out there, so just make sure to check the machine.
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.
Do not be too worried about getting a button hole stitch, a few people love this kind 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 exactly how to thread the machine. Nearly every machine has a different way of threading the needle. There's few things worse than having a new machine to play with and having no idea how to begin using it.
If you buy one and forget this step, you may get lucky and find a video that shows you the correct way to do it on YouTube, but this should really only be a back up solution.
If you're purchasing a second hand machine, don't forget to check the electric cord for indicators of fraying and wear and tear. You don't want to get zapped while sewing a quilt!
Keep these tips under consideration and you're certain to get a winner!
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