How to Sew and Embroider on the New Machines
Top sewing machine manufacturers such as Bernina, Janome and Singer, recently have begun making combination sewing-and-embroidery machines. The machines offer attachments to make embroidering your project a cinch. Even those with no previous embroidery experience can master large embroidery projects in a matter of moments. The machines connect to a computer that uses software to assist you in creating the designs, and then the software tells the machine to sew for you.
Instructions
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Sewing
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Attach the presser foot for sewing or embroider. These presser feet typically snap or screw in place, and most manufacturers offer a wide variety of feet aimed at helping you complete every type of sewing task imaginable.
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Thread the machine and insert a full bobbin reel.
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Adjust the tension and set the machine to the desired stitch pattern.
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Place the project under the presser foot. Lower the presser foot using the lever at the back of the needle housing and begin sewing.
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Guide the fabric as it is pulled under the needle by the feed dogs. Continue guiding until the project is completed.
Embroidery
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Follow Steps 1 to 3 above to set up the machine.
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Connect the machine to the computer via the USB cord supplied with the sewing machine. Connect any embroidery attachments required.
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Use the software to set up the project, enlarging or shrinking as desired.
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Place the project in the hoops, as directed by the program and attach the hoops to the machine.
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Lower the presser foot.
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Begin sewing and continue until directed by the software to move the hoop or change the thread color. Follow any on-screen instructions until the project is completed.
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Tips & Warnings
Another common feature on the new machines is the Start/Stop button, which allows you to start or stop the machine from sewing by pressing a button rather than sitting at the machine with your foot on the pedal.
If your machine is not a combination sewing and embroidery machine, you can still free-motion embroidery by attaching a darning and embroidery foot.
References
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