Is there a complete list of the types of stitches that comes with this? I'm looking for a maching that does the Satin Stitch.
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I don't have the machine with me right now but if you click on the picture and enlarge it, you may find something like the satin stich and you can vary the stitch length to get satin. Hope this will help you. I believe anyone who appreciates a sewing machine for its easiness of handling will love this machine.
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This looks exactly like a felting machine, which uses special needles to tangle the layers of fabric together in that spot. Needle felting machines also use a similar finger guard. Just look at Simplicity's Deluxe needle felting machine. It's a lot like sewing, just no needle/thread. If this is a true felting machine, you can use other fabrics that are good for felting.
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Yes this thread has a beautiful end result in most all embroidery machines.....Keep in mind to purchase a needle for your machine that has a larger Needle eye then most ...the reason for this is to keep the thread from fraying as you are using it.....some decorative threads tend to be softer and more fragile so as they pull with the tension of the machine they can break off eaisier....ask your favorite Fabric shop for the larger eyed needles....they are actually just as sharp they just have a more elongated eye for the thread......Best of luck with your sewing adventures.
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Hello, I have used the thread on my Vicking. These are NOT high quality. Some of the colors break easy or split while embroidering. Not all of them, but enough to be annoying. To use I have to set the speed of the machine to the lowest speed and keep a close eye on it.
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You can find a advert on all brands.com that would be the most reliable answer. It had everything that took advantage of all the stitches.
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I have both the 1034D and the Designio. The machines are mechanically identical. The only differences are cosmetic. They thread exactly the same way, and the user manuals are identical. I most often use thread made for sergers, but you can use any thread you like on a serger. I have used embroidery thread, for example. A very thick thread might not work as well, but it depends on what you want. Always test on a scrap of the fabric you plan to use, because you sometimes need to make a few adjustments to tension, stitch length, etc. for different fabrics to get a neat result.
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I'm sorry that I can't help you much; I haven't tried using that type of thread with any needle. I believe that embroidery needles have wider eyes, and top-stitching needles have longer eyes than the denim needles (which are designed primarily to penetrate heavy fabrics.) One of those might work better for you. Good luck!
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You can get an adapter, usually I see wooden ones that the spool goes on giving a firmer grip on the machine. I would go for a bigger spool for a serger since these don't have a lot to them. Great for one or two projects per color and a lot of colors in the pack. I use them on my sewing machine without an adapter, just put it over the spool pin thread and go. They aren't high quality, so not good for projects requiring stronger thread... But good for personal and fun projects. I haven't had issues.
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They have a Designio in the series that does embroidery, however, this one is not capable of embroidery except for a very basic monogram font. If you were wanting embroidery, I would select another machine. Hope this helps :)
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Yes!! You can customize all of the details of your patterns!! All the way from the type of stitches stitches (can choose to not do any 1/2 or 1/4 stitches, and also can select if you want backstitching), you choose the size, tell it which size fabric you are using, and can also customize to the amount of colors you want to work with... I work on large projects always and this program is perfect for me making my own patterns!!
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Yes on the processes and are you referring to the sutures? and yes to that as well. I can send you a pic of mine if you want? I took a sharpie to outline my sutures and then I have labels (#) to correspond to my lab book. So I can send a pic to kind of give you an idea. Let me know. Just send me your email.
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OK this is actually what I was wanting to know so I dug into features pages offered by singer and this is what I came up with. The 550 comes with all the software (you can buy it separately for the 400), also it has 6 buttonholes and endless button hole instead of 2, 215 built in stitches instead of 30, Automatic Tension and thread cutter.
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there are 3 different stitch lengths. i havent tried or even wanted to move the needle tgo the left or right of center.
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Yes, it will drive you crazy! It is very difficult to thread!!! I am a professional seamstress and have had many sergers before this one! I sold it to a friend who has worked with these machines before. Go with the one that air threads itself, and you should be fine!
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The machine has 3 straight stitch settings, 6 stitches per inch, 10-11/inch and 18/inch. If I need to baste, I just use the 6 stitches per inch and loosen the tension slightly so I can pull the threads out when I am done. Hope that helps!
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Yes it makes a lock stitch. You can also makes holes then hand sew if you want. I really like mine.
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Hi, Dolly! The commercial grade Flour Sack Tea Towels that I purchased are really great! I machine embroidered some with vintage designs that were stitches similar to hand embroidery, so would recommend them for your project. Happy Creating, Dolly!