Pfaff creative 2124 Owner's Manual - Page 82

Cross Stitch No other sewing technique is as closely associated with the term needlework as cross-stitching. With your Pfaff creative 2124 and the two cross stitches, no. 36 and 37 this traditional sewing technique can be created remarkably easily and quickly. The pre-programmed cross stitches give a hand sewn look and lend a distinctive character to table linens, towels or clothes. Tips for cross stitch sewing: • Always work using the "sew slow" and "needle up/down" functions. • Attach fancy stitch foot no. 2. Free Motion Sewing With Free Motion Sewing you can create the most fantastic work. It is possible to sew just as you would draw with a pencil, using the various types of threads that are on the market today and your Pfaff creative 2124. You can also vary the shade of your Free Motion Sewing by sewing in different directions or patterns. Top tension 2-3 Presser foot Darning foot Feed dog Lowered Needle size 80- 90 Stitch Straight stitch/Zigzag Thread your machine with a good quality cotton or synthetic thread. You can use the same thread for bobbin thread, or an embroidery weight bobbin thread. Hoop your fabric tight as a drum into a round embroidery hoop. You can use a wooden ring hoop wrapped with bias binding for a better grip. Select either the straight stitch or the zigzag. From now on, you control the stitch length. The movement of the hoop along with the sewing speed creates the stitch length. Sewing too slowly may cause small knots to appear on the reverse side of your work. Important: Never engage the IDT when free motion sewing. Tip: Use the Free motion quilting foot (optional accessory) for easier viewing when stitching. 5:10