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 typical and most used stitch by nearly 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 good to have but are not essential. These are button hole stitch and stretch stitch.
Stretch stitch is good for for anything that needs a little room to manouver round the seam, so its good for a patchwork quilt which use several different materials, but its not required.
Do not be too concerned about getting a button hole stitch, some people love this sort of stitch, but button holes can be done with a zig zag stitch setting.
Any Other Tips?
Check the machine can be reversed or is able sew backwards. This is fairly significant as some older machines don't do this and its actually convenient when you need to 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 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're purchasing a second hand machine, remember to check the electric cord for indications of fraying and wear. You do not want to get electrocuted 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 typical and most used stitch by nearly 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 good to have but are not essential. These are button hole stitch and stretch stitch.
Stretch stitch is good for for anything that needs a little room to manouver round the seam, so its good for a patchwork quilt which use several different materials, but its not required.
Do not be too concerned about getting a button hole stitch, some people love this sort of stitch, but button holes can be done with a zig zag stitch setting.
Any Other Tips?
Check the machine can be reversed or is able sew backwards. This is fairly significant as some older machines don't do this and its actually convenient when you need to 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 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're purchasing a second hand machine, remember to check the electric cord for indications of fraying and wear. You do not want to get electrocuted while sewing a quilt!
Keep these tips under consideration and you're certain to get a winner!
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