40
bernette
SEWING MACHINE WORK
BOOK
Presser Foot
The presser foot you select is critical for good results
because it can affect the way the fabric feeds under
the needle, inuencing the stitch formation.
Stitches that are more open and have less thread will
stitch well with an all-purpose or zigzag presser foot.
If you are creating heavy, satin stitched patterns,
you will need a foot that is not at on the bottom. It
should have some type of indentation that allows the
foot to ride over the completed stitch without drag-
ging or inhibiting the feed of the fabric.
As you begin to experiment with decorative stitches
on your bernette machine, there are several things
you should keep in mind:
• Type of thread you plan to use
• Presser foot you select
• How you prepare your fabric
Type of Thread
Selecting the thread for decorative stitching often
comes down to a personal preference and what looks
best on your project.
Cotton embroidery thread, especially in a heavier
weight such as 30, gives a beautiful look to the
stitches and has a nice luster to it.
If you want a high sheen, rayon or polyester embroi-
dery thread are good choices.
Do not be afraid to adjust the top thread tension for
specialty threads.
Preparing the fabric
Preparing your fabric correctly can take the frustration
out of your stitching, giving you a positive experience
with beautiful results. The fabric needs to be stable
enough to support the stitching without tunneling or
puckering. This can be accomplished in several ways,
sometimes with a combination of techniques:
• The fabric itself might be heavy enough to support
the stitching.
• Interfacing (fusible or sew-in) can be applied to the
wrong side of the fabric and left in the project.
• Stabilizers are used as a temporary form of support.
For the exercises in this class, you will be using light-
weight tear away stabilizer that can be removed after
stitching if desired.
Reference - Decorative Stitching
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