What stitch setting would I choose, I have an Elna that is not electronic, Has several stitches that look like good edge stitches.
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When I use the overlock foot, I use a zigzag stitch. The closer together the stitch the better it looks.
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It tells you on the screen what foot is best to use with that stitch, but I have ignored that in the past. I doesn't know what foot is on the machine, so it can't stop you from sewing. I don't know if you damaged your machine (somehow) while using the wrong foot would mean that your warranty would be invalidated, though.
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Not sure what you want to know, Peter, but I can tell you it's a basic sewing machine. For $100 the fanciest stitch available is the zigzaz. Any seamstress can make a lot of different items with this unit . . . dresses, shirts, curtains, pillow cases, pot holders, quilting . . . just about anything. No serging. No fancy embroidering. No exotic fabrics. Any seamstress wanting to perform those skills would upgrade to a fancier machine. I use my machine almost daily and it's holding up beautifully. Hope this helps.
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The hems stitch in this case is usually used to keep edges from unraveling before applying a decorative edging. I personally have not tried this. Since you can use the edgit through several layers at a time, I personally fold down the raw edges, pierce through the double layer and proceed. This eliminates the hemstitch step, & you still have an edge that is neat & will not unravel! The same goes for your pillow edging. Since you already have a neatly folded edge, just pierce and have at it! Run Brenda Run! Lol! ;-)
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I would look in the manual that came with your model machine. I do know that some machines are a little picky and prefer the specific brand and size. I found that out with one of my embroidery machines.
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You need to purchase a machine embroidery needle. The size you purchase depends on the thickness/heaviness of the cloth you are embroidering. An 80/12 should work for fabric that is similar to quilting cotton. A 90/14 would be good for a heavier fabric like denim. You don't need to purchase a specific brand - just make sure it says embroidery somewhere on the package.
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I've not had any difficulty with denim. Just today, I sewed Suede, the machine handled it without any problem. The button holing is super easy. They come out really nice. The largest I've done is a little over an inch. I've still not used all 30 of its stitch capability. I recently made photography backgrounds for my wife's photo business. Different weights of fabric were used. No problems on any of them.
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as one of the decorative stitches? I m sorry I don't remember...if you mean chain piecing...yes but it stops in needle up position only so pivoting is a problem for me...
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Julie, do you know the ballpark cost of the PE-780D? I'm doing my research on embroidery machines before I make a decision. There's not too many distributors in my area so I wanted to make sure I get a good price.
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Yes, this really is for that type of materials. Of course, you still need the proper threads (usually heavy duty nylon) and very heavy duty needles (18 or 20). I would seriously advise you to sew on scraps (or similar weights) to set tension and make sure you're getting a good stitch before you try sewing on your project.
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Your machine should be adjusting tension automatically....I would check your needle versus type of fabric you're sewing/embroidering, check to see if you have a piece of thread broken apart in the head of the machine that could be catching on your sewing thread. You can manually adjust tension by running the thread back and forth at the top rear...then, Thread the machine. check your manual or on-line for the description. If you are embroidering, be sure you are using quality thread. I've used less "expensive" & paid for it in breakage in the middle of the piece. Try slowing down the stitching speed & make sure you are using the proper backing for your fabric. You could still have thread caught in the bobbin case which could be exerting too much pressure on the top thread. I would try a thorough cleaning, vacuum.....your machine out....never blow it like a computer. The sewing machine has oiled, moving parts & blowing the dirty, dust, lint pushes it into the machine and eventually causes a sludge..... Check to make sure you haven't knocked the timing out.....if the machine increases in frequency of breakage, look at your bobbin case...make sure the needle isn't hitting the plastic instead of the hole ...sliding off into the bobbin. Goodness, I hope this helpS!!! All else fails, call Singer support...they are easy to work with...I've called them in e past. THey will walk you through maintenance to get you up and running. I love my 400!!! Use it all the time....one of three sewing machines.....I have a 43 year old brother I can't part with as well.. Good luck MMh
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There is real stitching... Does not follow all the designs on the quilt. Wish I could send a pict. :) I use it on my king size bed and I love it. Very pleased with it.
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Your owners manual, page 39, gives specs on the recommended needles. Embroidery they recommend size 75/11. You can use any brand, as long as they are specifically for home sewing machines (back of the post is flat) These needles are correct, but I did not like the quality, they broke frequently and had rough spots that caused the thread to fray and fabric to pucker and run. Also their ad is misleading, the price is for only 10 needles, even though the picture shows a 500 pack The Organ brand in the gray pack are a much better quality: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042B9K2C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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if the stitches are "read"as designs yes, but if you mean as an addition the ones included IN the machine then no. I have only see really high-end machines do this. But I do "fake them, if I can read them as stand along designs, i.e. xxx, hus, vip, etc.
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It won't be the prettiest closure seams if you do, but you would be able to sew it. If a home sewing machine can't handle it, take it to somewhere that does alterations or an upholstery shop. Their industrial machines should have no issue with it and they can probably put a nice finished edge on it too.
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not sure since i do not have mine, but the size was comparable to other sewing machine's stitches.
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You set each step. You use one of the dials, you turn it to 1 and it stitches across the top, turn it to 2 and it stitches one of the sides, turn it to 3 it stitches the other side, turn it to 4 and it stitches across the bottom.