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Quilt Stitches
Reverse pattern foot No. 1C
Handlook quilt stitch No. 1328, 1347, 1348, 1350
Suitable for all fabrics and work which should look «hand sewn».
Thread
Upper thread = Monofilament
Lower thread = 30/2 cotton thread
Test sewing
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the lower thread is pulled up by strong upper thread tension
one stitch is visible (bobbin thread)
one stitch invisible (monofilament) = hand-look effect
Upper thread tension
Depending on the fabric increase the tension (6-9).
Balance
Adjust stitch with the balance if necessary.
Perfect corners
press «Needle stop»-button, needle down, press «Pattern end/
Pattern repeat»-button, turn fabric
when pivoting make sure that the fabric does not become distorted
Monofilament breaks
sew more slowly
reduce upper thread tension slightly
Application examples of Quilt stitches
Handlook quilt stitch
look
irregular