Anchoring the end of a seam
The needle threader
When we sew clothing, we do a backstitch
at the beginning and end of each seam to
ensure the seam is secure. When we quilt,
there’s no need – again you must watch
the stitch length.
Needle threaders are a great feature on the sewing machine but can sometimes be very frustrating to use.
If you find that your needle won’t stay threaded once
you release the needle threader, try putting some slack
in the thread – the needle will stay threaded every time.
However there are times when it’s necessary to anchor the ends of the seams
and the Sapphire 930 comes with a FIX
function which essentially ties a knot by
stitching forward and backward several
times in the same spot. So where exactly
would you use this FIX function?
The FIX function is great if your seam is
going to start or finish in the middle of the
work rather than the edge of the piece
where the seam end will be encased in
another seam.
Applique – You must secure the end of
applique stitching if no other stitching will
anchor the end.
The needle threader
Top stitching – The ends of the row of top
stitching must be anchored if no other row
of stitching will anchor the end.
Stitching down trim, decorative stitches
are a couple of other instances that come to
mind.
And one more – when you’re making
a pocket for a bag (or other item similar),
you’ll stitch around the pocket leaving an
opening to turn inside out. I anchor the
beginning and the end of those seams to
prevent the stitching from pulling out when
I turn the item inside out.
Anchor the beginning and ending of these seams (pocket to be
turned inside out) with the FIX function
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No slack in the thread when I am trying to use the needle threader
A little slack in the thread should keep the needle threaded once
you release the needle threader