BERNINA #9 Darning Introduction to Machine Quilting Thread Play Instructions
- July 30, 2024
- BERNINA
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BERNINA #9 Darning Introduction to Machine Quilting Thread Play
Product Information
Specifications:
- Sewing Machine with various parts and notions
- Machine Needles: Quilting size 90, Microtex 80 or 90, Jeans 80 or 90, Top Stitch 90
- Presser Feet: Walking Foot, Free motion feet (e.g., #9 Darning, #15 Embroidery, #24 Freehand Embroidery, #29/29C Quilting)
- Fabric: Two 1-yard pieces of quilting cotton (solid color and patterned)
- Batting: Approximately 36 by 40 inches to fit fabric
- Thread: One spool of 50wt cotton thread for contrasting
- Safety Pins: Large and rust-proof
- Marking Tools: Pens, chalk, Hera Marker, etc.
- Nice to Have: Quilting Gloves
Product Usage Instructions
Pre-Class Preparation:
Cut the solid yard of fabric in half (in either direction) and sew it back
together using a 1/4-inch seam allowance. Press the seam to one side.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Prepare your sewing machine by setting it up with the required needles and presser feet.
- Cut your fabric pieces according to the provided dimensions.
- Layer your fabric with batting in between.
- Select the appropriate thread and wind it onto the bobbin.
- Thread the machine and adjust the tension as needed.
- Attach the Walking Foot or Free motion foot depending on the technique you’re using.
- Start quilting by guiding the fabric under the presser foot smoothly.
- Secure the layers with safety pins as you progress.
- Use marking tools to create quilting designs if desired.
- Finish by trimming any excess fabric and threads.
FAQ
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Q: Where can I purchase the supplies mentioned?
A: Supplies can be purchased at Thread Play with BERNINA as indicated in the list. Alternatively, you can find them at craft stores or online retailers. -
Q: Do I need prior quilting experience for this class?
A: This class is suitable for beginners, but having basic sewing machine knowledge would be helpful to make the most of the instruction.
Required Materials
Sewing Machine with the usual parts and notions (manual, foot control, power cord, seam ripper, thread snips, extra bobbins)
- Machine Needles – Any of these: Quilting size 90, Microtex 80 or 90, Jeans 80 or 90, or Top Stitch 90
- Presser Feet – We will be using a Walking Foot and Free motion feet. There are several options for the second kind. (Some are: #9 Darning, #15 Embroidery, #24 Freehand Embroidery, #29/29C Quilting.) You may bring any of these that you have and we will have others in the classroom for you to try out. If your machine comes with a Bernina Stitch Regulator, bring that also.
- Fabric – Two 1-yard pieces of quilting cotton. One should be a solid color, and the other, patterned.
- Batting – A piece of batting to fit your fabric, approximately 36 by 40 inches.
- Thread – One spool of 50wt cotton thread to contrast with your solid fabric.
- Safety Pins – large and rust-proof.
- Marking Tools – pens, chalk, Hera Marker, and others will be discussed. You may bring any that you have.
- Nice to Have – *Quilting Gloves
Indicates supplies that can be purchased at Thread Play with BERNINA
Pre-Class Preparation
Cut the solid yard of fabric in half (in either direction) and sew it back together using a 1/4” seam allowance. Press your seam to one side.