Bernina Artista 730E User Guide - Page 150

Freehand Quilting Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Quilting straight stitch No. 325 size and type suitable for the fabric selected monofiliament, cotton or decorative down (darning position) Darning foot No. 9 or Quilting foot No. 29 (optional accessory) Freehand Quilting • for all freehand quilt work Preparation • pin and baste top layer, batting, and lining together • attach the slide-on table Holding the Work ™ hold the fabric with both hands like an embroidery frame ™ start quilting in the center and work out towards the edges Quilting a Design ™ turn the work using smooth, round movements to form the design of your choice (either free- hand or following a template) Stipple Quilting • this technique covers the entire surface of the fabric • the lines of stitching are rounded without any sharp corners; they never cross or touch one another TIP Freehand quilting and darning Both techniques are based on the same free-motion principles. TIP Monofilament thread breaks If the monofilament thread breaks, sew more slowly and/or reduce the upper thread tension slightly. TIP Poor stitch formation • if the thread forms loops, the work is being moved too quickly • if knots are forming on the wrong side, the work is being moved too slowly • place fabric in a hoop for easier guiding TIP Thread breaks Usually as a result of sudden or jerky movements - move the fabric smoothly and at an even pace. 148 Quilt Stitches - Applications